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Vol. 13, Issue 9 September 2022Strengthening the communities of Northeast Michigan Voice.com UpReadNorthus online at UpNorthVoice.com! Free IN THIS ISSUE: Fairview Food Market 5 Mio's Amish Shopping 7 Laughing Buck 14 Home Country, Slim Randles 3B Bruce VolunteerLorion,10B A family tradition, Fairview Food Market Lights and sirens set
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FAIRVIEW - Fairview is home to a business with a lot of tradition. A 2007 when his son and the present owner Dan Swartzendruber assumed the Thehelm.Fairview Food Market for
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John Knasko demonstrates how to transform a dried cob of corn to corn meal in the refurbished 1919 grist mill during the 50th Annual Historical Village Days. The machine was state of the art at that time. See 8 for more photos.
ROSCOMMON - The 43rd Annual Firemen’s Memorial Festival will be held Sept. 15 – 18 at the Roscommon Fire Training Grounds (formerly the fairgrounds) in Roscommon.Vendoractivities occur Thursday evening. On Friday, Sept. 16 the grounds are open to the public with vendors opening at noon, children’s activities at 4 p.m., and the bright light showdown and parade at 7 p.m. This is a lights only parade and is a silent tribute to those fire fighters lost in the line of duty. Music and dancing at the Big Red Barn start at 9 p.m. 9 a.m. Saturday begins with the memorial service and placing of wreaths at the Memorial site, 1337 Robinson Lake Rd, Roscommon.
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CRAWFORD COUNTY: Grayling, Frederic, Lovells September2–4-Fish Hatchery Open, at 10 a.m – 4 p. m., 4890 West North Down River Road, Grayling 13 - Frederic Twp Board Meeting, at 10 a.m., 6470 Manistee Street, Frederic. To join the video meeting: squ-gcmm-ykghttps://meet.google.com/WedBike Night, at 7 p.m., Gallagher's Sports Bar & Grill, 3997 E. M-72Fri.- Trivia, at 7:30 p.m., MI Brew1st Sun. - American Legion Breakfast Buffet, at 9 a.m., American Legion Post 106 2nd Mon. - Post meeting, at 7 p.m., American Legion Post 106 2nd Tues - Grayling American Legion Aux Post meeting, at 5:30 p.m.,2ndGraylingThurs- Veterans Coffee hour, at 10 a.m., Grayling American Legion2nd Thurs - Families against Narcoticas, at 6:30 p.m., St. Francis Episcopal Church 2nd Sat. - Euchre Tournament, at 6 p.m., American Legion ROSCOMMON COUNTY: Roscommon, Higgins Lake, Prudenville, Houghton Lake, St. Helen September2-4–Bark in the Park, at 10 a.m., Marky Park, for more info call Pat Clemens 313-319-4715 11-15 – Parish Mission, at 6:30 p.m., Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church, 1037 W. Houghton Lake Dr, Prudenville, Call 989-366-5533 for more17info–Putt Putt With Purpose, at 12 - 4 p.m., Lakeland, Artesia Youth Park Fundraiser, for more info call JoJean Thompson 989-387-1950 24 – Paws and Claws ORV Fun Run, Backdoor Saloon, Houghton Lake. For more info call 989-345247925 – St. Helen Chamber of Commerce Golf Outing, Birch Pointe Golf Club, call Kathy Jernigan 989-387-3032 for more info Roscommon County Extras: Mon - Reserve tech help, Houghton Lake Public Library Thurs - Sit & Get Fit, at 2:30 p.m., Roscommon Area District LibraryFri- Story-time Fridays, at 10:30 a.m., Houghton Lake Public Library Sat - Park 27 Amphitheater, Railcar Graffiti, at 7.p.m., Lyon Township Park, 10653 N. Harrison Road2nd Sun. – VFW Country Breakfast, at 8 a.m., VFW Post 4159 2nd Thurs. – B2B Breakfast, at 8 a.m., Village of Roscommon 3rd Wed. – Michigan Fireman’s Memorial Festival Meet, at 6:30 p.m.
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IOSCO COUNTY: Hale, Whittemore, Tawas September3–Hot Rods and Pin Ups, Bravado's Restorations 3 - 4 – Labor Day Arts and Craft Show, Tawas 4 - 6 - Labor Day Weekend Family Camp 10 – Tawas City Library Friends Summer Book Sale, at 9 a.m.- 12 p.m., 208 North Street, Tawas16-18 – Paul Bunyan Days Festival, Furtaw Fields 24 – Snowmobile Swap Meet, at 9a.m. - 3 p.m., 28 – Kids Craft Class at 4 p.m., West Branch District Library 119 N. 4th 29Street–TACC Annual Golf Outing, Red Hawk Golf Course, 350Division of Media, at 709 Lake Street, PO Box 113, Roscommon MI 48653 North
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Davidson Rd. East Tawas Iosco County Extras: Mon - BINGO, at 6:30 p.m., Whittemore Chamber of Commerce Tues. - Tuesday Night Live, at 7 p.m., Newman Street Weds and Sat - Farmers Market, from 8 a.m.-1 p.m., Gateway Park, 815 W. Lake ThursdaysStreetSept 11-Nov 10 –Plainville Twp Fire Dept Free Balance Workshop, at 1-3 p.m., To register call Senior Neighbors at 616233-0283Sat-Plainfield Township Farmers Market, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Between the Fire Hall and the Library off M-65 3rd Tues. - Whittemore Chamber Meeting, at 7 p.m., 405 E. Sherman Street 2nd Sat. - Vintage Market, from 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Brugger Plaza, 324 W. Lake Street, Tawas City OGEMAW COUNTY: West Branch, Rose City, Lupton September 3 – Superheroes Con, at 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., Ogemaw Twp Hall 1990 S. Gray Road, West Branch 7 – The Super Shogun Wrestling Event, at 7 - 9 p.m., South Third Street, West Branch 23 - 25SpooktacularHalloween , Ogemaw County Fairgrounds Ogemaw County Extras: Tues. – Kiwanis Club of West Branch, at Noon, Buccilli’s of West BranchWeds. – BINGO, Early Birds at 6:30 p.m., Regular at 7:45 p.m., Knights of Columbus off M-30 Weds. – AL-ANON meeting, at 8 p.m., 12 Step-Up Club, 236 First StreetWeds. – Culvers Cruise In, at 68 p.m., Culvers West Branch Thurs. – Optimist Club, at 7 a.m., Loggers Depot, 314 Houghton AvenueThurs - Music in the Park night, at 7 p.m., Irons Park, 121 North Fourth Street 1st Sun. – Adult Children of Alcoholics, at 6 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 2490 State Road 1st & 2nd Mon. – City Council meeting, at 6 p.m., West Branch City Hall, 121 N. Fourth Street 1st & 3rd Tues. – Rose City Council meeting, at 6 p.m., Council Chambers, 310 N. Williams Street 1st Tues. – West Branch Retail Merchants meeting, at 6 p.m., City Police Station, 130 Page Street 1st Wed. – Let’s Discuss Juniors Book Club, at 4 p.m., West Branch District Library, 119 N. Fourth Street 1st & 3rd Thurs. - Newborn Parent Support Group, at 6 p.m., MyMichigan Health West Branch in the Executive Dining Room 1st Thurs. – Ogemaw County Fair Board meeting, at 7 p.m., meets in main building
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Voice Staff Tracy Tracy@UpNorthVoice.comConstanceAlesiaWillobeeMarketingAlesia@UpNorthVoice.comAxelJacobsRoscommonDistributionMatthewBarnesGraylingDistributionCodyJacksonMioDistributionWarrenStutesmanReporterwstutesman@gmail.com Letter to the editor policy: AuSable Media encourages all readers with a connection to the community to submit letters to the editor for possible publication. Please limit letters to 300 words. Author must include a daytime contact number.Letters are the individual opinion of the author and do not reflect the opinions of the staff, advertisers or contributors to the Voice. The Voice reserves the right to accept or reject any letter. To submit a letter email it to: info@UpNorthVoice.com, mail to P.O. Box 113, Roscommon, MI 48653, or stop by the office at 709 Lake Street in Roscommon. Donna donnathoma0@WriterThomagmail.com Ask your consultantmarketingabout AuSableLink! 989-275-1170 Send your info@UpNorthVoice.comannouncementsphotos,andclubeventsto: Out & About Continued from page 3
2nd Mon. - Kiwanis Young Professional Club, at 6 p.m., Highway Brewing Company 2nd Wed. – Aktion Club, at 9:30 a.m., United Methodist Church 2nd Wed. - Business Professional Women’s group, at 5 p.m. 2nd & 4th Thurs. - Healing Together – Compasus Hospice, at 10 a.m., Ogemaw Commission on Aging, 1508 M-33 3rd Mon. - Disabled American Veterans & Auxiliary meeting, at 5 p.m., VFW Post 3775 3rd Tues.- OCGHS General Membership Board meeting, at 2:30 p.m., Trinity Episcopal Church, 100 E. Houghton Avenue 3rd Thurs. – Vet2Vet Peer Support Group at 6 p.m., First United Methodist Church corner of Fairview and State Road, For more info call 989-873-6088 3rd Thurs. - Ogemaw Area Swim Boosters at 6 p.m., Ogemaw Heights High School Room 210 2nd Sat. - Ogemaw Hills Snowmobile club meeting, at 9 a.m., Club House REGION: All Other September 10 – Made in Michigan Market, at 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Skyline Event Center, 3309 Abbe Road, Comins. For more info call 231-942-0104 10 – Elk Country Gobblers Burgers and Brats, at 5 p.m., Clinton Twp Hall. For more info call 989-848-523412–Country Gardeners Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Location TBD, For more info call 989-889-1032 17 – Crappy Car Show, Arenac County Fairgrounds. For more info look for Crappy Car Show on Facebook24–18th Annual Black Bear Festival, M-65 and Tower Road, Curran. For more info visit curranblackbearfestival.com2nd&4thSundays – Live Music Open Mic Productions, 2-4 p.m., Seymore Avenue at First Street, Comins. For more info call 989-3906977 At noon, the fire equipment parade runs through Bring it will be loud! After the flag raising, competitions begin, including search and rescue, and contests. drawings continue through the day. Sunday the pancake breakfast begins at 7 a.m. in the Big Red Barn, and kids’ activities run from 1 -4 p.m. See page 5-11 B for a full schedule of events. Continued from page 1
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Beautiful new coolers surround the fresh food area and the Smokehouse Cafe sets on the side of the room with comfortable chairs to relax a bit in and there is free WIFI available.TheSmokehouse Cafe has fresh soups daily, baked beans made with their smoked burnt end brisket, salad of the day, pizzas and the pizzas can be made with their in house smoked meats and there are many more items on the menu. There are fountain drinks and some excellent coffee blends as well.
The store offers online shopping with curbside pick-up and delivery is available within fifteen miles. The fresh fruits and vegetables are as good as you can find anywhere and include local and Michigan products as often as supply will allow.
personalized cuts upon request. The meats that they use are high quality Chairmans Reserve Choice which is an angus beef and known for its incredibleFairviewmarbling.Foodhas won several awards for their smoked meats and continue to smoke their own making brisket, chicken, turkey and pork products. There is a bakery on site making bread, fry cake donuts, pies and other delicacies fresh daily.In June of 2019 a truck crashed into the south side of the building causing them to close until April of 2020. Following the crash there were a lot of upgrades and expansions done to better serve the public giving us a better shopping experience. Checking out the website fairviewfoodmarket. com will bring up the current sale ad and you will find a link to their sky cam showing you the intersection in Fairview looking to the west.
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As a member of the Fairview Business Association, they support local events such as Winter in Fairview, Movies in the Park and the Christmas Tree Lighting. 1
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The festival was held in the heavily wooded Oscoda County Fairgrounds between Fairview and Mio, a perfect place for music and camping.Byall accounts, the return of the festival from the pandemic was greatly needed and appreciated.
Dan Swartzendruber, a music lover and supporter of the festival from Fairview said, “I like to support the festival because it adds to the quality of life for those who live in the area. Where else would people go for this type of world class music? They’d have to travel for hours, and we have it available to us right here.” This year’s festival also represented a figurative passing of the torch. During its two-year absence, the founder of the event, Buffy Bills, had moved to Arizona. Another key piece of the festival’s organization team, Craig Carrick, the person who for years had recruited festival performers, had decided to retire.
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OSCODA COUNTY - The greatly anticipated 18th annual Nor-East’r Music and Arts Festival returned to Oscoda County June 10. The gathering, canceled the previous two years out of concerns over the COVID pandemic, was selected in a 2020 survey by readers of Local Spins as the number three music festival in Michigan. The lineup included some 30 acts for a total of 66 scheduled performances over the three full days. In addition to the live music there were open-mic events, yoga, and workshops in songwriting, guitar, and dance. An active Jam Tent was provided for performers and festival goers alike. As always, a highlight of Nor-East’r weekend was the Guitars for Kids, a guitar giveaway started in 2003 by festival patron Craig Carrick, as a way to help nurture the next generation in appreciating and playing music.
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September 2022 Page 7UpNorthVoice.com Mio’s Kittle Road Area Shopping A Sample of Oscoda County Amish Businesses 1 2 11 12 3 15 54 14 6 7 9 8 13 10 1. Country Corners Bulk Food - Cheese, bulk food, baking supplies, candy, home remedies, discount items, burn and wound supplies, Now Foods supplements and essential oils. ▪ 1284 W Kittle Rd. ~ 989-826-6063 2. Natures Beauty Rustic Furniture - Handcrafted custom-made home furnishings, large and small. "True beauty in wood!" ▪ 860 E. Kneeland Rd. ~ 989-848-2806 3. Country Feed Supply - Full line of feeds, popular brands of pet food and supplies, assorted potting mixes, large selection of bird seed and feeders, food plot seeds and supplies. ▪ 389 W. Kittle Rd. ~ 989-826-2305 4. Highland Building Center - Full-service lumber yard with your favorite tools in stock. ▪ 639 E. Kittle Rd. ~ 989-848-8000 5. The Farm Kitchen - Fresh baked goods, homemade deli sandwiches, home decor gift shop, grass-fed meats and ice cream! ▪ 50 W. Kittle Rd. 989-826-8666 6. North Star Storage Barns - Custom buildings, many to choose from. ▪ 398 N. Mount Tom Rd. ~ 989-826-1000 7. Echo Ridge Fabrics - Fabrics, notions, Amish clothing (infant to adult), toys and games, arts and crafts supplies, home decor. ▪ 1734 N. Galbraith Rd. ~ 989-826-1913 8. Sensenig’s Repair - Lawn and garden equipment sales and service. ▪ 432 E. Kittle Rd. ~ 989-848-8346 9. Sweet Success Sugarbush - Maple syrup goods. ▪ 1442 N. Galbraith Rd. ~ 989-826-3160 10. Pioneer General Store - Not just your average hardware and home store. ▪ 432 N. Mt Tom Rd. ~ 989-826-3580 11. Blue Jay Valley Greenhouse - Full-service greenhouse and nursery with lawn and garden box store closeouts, food plot mixes, Basic Ag fertilizers, conventional and no-till drill rentals, fresh produce in season. ▪ 1300 N. Perry Creek Rd. ~ 989-848-7337 12. JB Enterprise - Custom leather belts, purses, wallets, and other specialty leather items, harness supplies, saddle and saddle repairs, animal shelters, pet and farrier goods. ▪ 331 N. Mt. Tom Rd. ~ 989-826-8024 13. Shady Lane Footwear & Oak Hill Furniture - Footwear for the entire family, handcrafted solid wood furniture, with full line of weather resistant wood, and poly resin outdoor furniture. ▪ 68 E. Kneeland Rd. ~ 989-848-8265 14. The Farmer's Creamery - Full line of quality dairy products including 100% grass-fed ice cream. Watch our production process through our observation window! Deli and sandwiches, baked goods, grass-fed meats and gift shop. ▪ 50 W. Kittle Rd. ~ 989-826-8368 15. Maple Ridge Metal Supply - Metal roofing and siding. ▪ 748 N. Gerber Rd. ~ 989-826-5752 20 22
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celebratesVillage50years HOUGHTON LAKE – The 50th Annual Historical Village Days was held Aug. 13 and 14 at the Historical Village in Prudenville. The festival celebrates the unique history of the Houghton Lake area and represents village live in the mid to late 1800s. Its 15 buildings were open to visitors, with interpreters in historic costume on hand to answer questions. Also featured were demonstrations of “old time” crafts such as hand quilting and candle making. The Cook Shack was open serving pancake breakfast as well as hotdogs and brats lunch. UpNorthVoice.com for more photos
Above: Bryan Hamp was on hand at the Edna Times Print Shop demonstrating handset type dating back to the early 1900s. ~Photo by Theresa Ekdom
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Roscommon County COA adjusts senior lunch donation
ROSCOMMON COUNTYEffective September 1, 2022, the suggested donation for a meal through the Roscommon County Commission on Aging (RCCOA), for those 60 and over, will be adjusted to $3.50. The cost of a meal for those under 60 will be adjusted to $6.00. The RCCOA surveyed our current clients and community members for their input regarding an adjustment in cost, and the overwhelming majority were in favor of the adjustment.
ZONTA GRANTS SCHOLARSHIP – Fran Jacobs (left), Zonta of Roscommon treasurer, presents Maykayla Warren the Houghton Lake High School senior Scholarship. Maykayla will be attending Central Michigan University this fall.
Several people wrote in the notes that they understood the need to make this adjustment, naming the increase in costs for food, gas, and the overall economy.Suggested donations for the RCCOA meal programs are very important. These donations go a long way to keep this service available to all seniors, especially those in the greatestHowever,need.receiving a meal from the Commission on Aging’s “Meals on Wheels” program or at any of our three centers is not dependent on your ability to pay. We encourage you to contribute what you can, when you can, if you can.
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A visit home
Waking up out of a dream fog, I wipe the sleep out of my eyes and look at my phone. It's Friday, 8 in the morning and the only people who know I am here are Melissa and her household, John, and anyone who had ran into me the night before at Locals Night at the Bluegill Festival. I had snuck into town because I needed a break and Melissa thought bringing me home for the weekend would fix my mood. It had been seven months since I left Saint Helen and life in Toledo was really starting to get to me. A lot of change happened in a short amount of time and I was overwhelmed. We decided that a trip down the Rifle River was needed but first, there was work to do. For a few years, Melissa and I competed, making floats and displays for the various parades and contests through the organizations that we headed up, but ever since I closed the Optimists Club, we weren't competing anymore, so I would go and help her with what she was doing. We had put together two years of Trunk or Treat displays that were pretty awesome award winners and this time, it was the float for the Bluegill Festival Parade. Our theme was the Four Seasons and she had a basic idea as to what she was going for.Coffee in hand, ideas in our head, we headed to the We Care Shop to start working. We spent the day arranging and rearranging the display. By three in the afternoon, we were done and she was headed to the festival grounds. I took off to surprise a few select friends. It was a great day. It felt like I never left. When the pandemic hit, Melissa and I had taken up kayaking. We would tour the many different water paths and lakes and spent two summers with water under our toucases. She and Dylan found a spot that we hadn't been to yet and wanted to show me. We woke up early Saturday morning, packed up and headed out. The weather was spectacular. When we got to our drop in point, there was a wedding about to take place. These people were going to get married, floating down the river, and we made our way around the wedding party and dropped in.
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We kayaked for a little over two hours and drank in the scenery. An eagle flew over us and landed in one of the many trees. As we passed, he took flight and landed in another tree ahead of us. It was like he was posing for Dylan to get the amazing picture he did. We stopped for lunch on the bank and continued on our way. Our usual trips were four plus hours but we were pretty wiped out and I had promised to fire up some steaks on the grill for dinner. When we got in, I called my mom to tell her I was there. She and her husband came to visit for a bit but we were falling asleep so they left. Sunday morning found us decorating the vehicle that would be pulling our float. When we were done, we hitched the float to it and headed to Charlton Heston Academy to line up. I was going to leave before the parade but decided to stick around and ride on our float. The look of pleasant surprise as I rode by from quite a few people reminded me how blessed I had been to be a part of this community. It was the affectionate shot in the arm that I needed.After the parade, I started the trip back to Ohio. I stopped in West Branch to get something to eat and Melissa sent me a text. Our float won for “Best Use of Theme”. Honestly, I didn't expect any less. I can't wait to get back north. As much as I hate the extended winter, it's home. from page 10 GRAYLING - Local Poet, Douglas Wilson, recently published a fourth collection of his poetry through iUniverse and it will be available soon on Amazon and Barnesandnoble.com, and sold locally at Tip‘n the Mitten in Grayling.Thenew book entitled, “Angels at Midnight,” mostly focuses on the emotion of love and a variety of romanticWilsonrelationships.isamember of the Grayling High School Alumni Hall of Fame and is a graduate of Central Michigan University and is rapidly becoming a popular contemporary poet. A prolific writer, Wilson has published four books since 2016. Doug’s poetry tends to be “snapshots of life” that most all of us have experienced and can easily understand. His poetry will make you inspect your own feelings and cause you to think and reflect about your ownWilsonexperiences.isplanning a book signing for late summer/early fall and will have all four of his books available for sale. Watch for details. His previous books include, “Echoes and Shadows,” “Into the Black,” and “Well of Sorrow.” Tracy@UpNorthVoice.com
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By Suzanne Barker, Director of the Oscoda County Council on Aging Hello September! Happy Labor Day! The Center will be closed Sept. 5 for the holiday. The days are beginning to approach summers end. For me Sept. is my favorite month. I look forward to the cool evenings that are perfect for sitting around a fire. I am definitely not a winter fan, but I would take fall all year round if I could. Do remember though, if the heat and humidity rears up again you can come to the center to cool down. Read a book, use the computer, or just sit and relax. about the 1-hour ride the Center will pay for with OCATS if you are 60 to 64 years in age and have errands in the county to take care of. Give us a call and we can set that up for you. Big News! Spread the word! Let everyone know we will be having a Matter of Balance Class here at the Senior Center. It will run from Oct. 17 – Nov. 9 on Monday and Wednesday from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. This is an 8-session course designed to reduce the fear of falling and increase physical activity. Topics covered include assertiveness, recognizing habits that lead to falls, reducing fall hazards in the home, and balance and flexibility exercises. This is a free program. To register contact Brooke at 989-3584616 or her Creamwhomainvilleb@nemcsa.org.emailOnceagain,wehopeeveryonecameouttooursecondIcePartyenjoyedit.
Exercise is still happening on Tuesday mornings from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. The monthly Board meeting will be on Sept. 12 at 9 a.m. Together We can food drops happening this month are: On Sept. 8 there will be a produce box from 11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., and on Sept. 22 the regular box from 11:30 a.m. –2:30 p.m. Remember though if they run out of food they will be gone before 2:30. The CSFP (senior cheese box) will be on Sept. 20 from 10 to 11 a.m. All of these food drops are happening at the fairgrounds.
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An elderly gentleman had serious hearing problems for a number of years. He went to the doctor and the doctor was able to have him fitted for a set of hearing aids that allowed the gentleman to hear 100%. The elderly gentleman went back in a month to the doctor and the doctor said, "Your hearing is perfect. Your family must be really pleased that you can hear again." The gentleman replied, "Oh, I haven't told my family yet. I just sit around and listen to the conversations. I've changed my will three times!" I just failed a fire safety course when they asked what steps I would take in case of an explosion....Apparently, “Really big ones” wasn’t an acceptable answer...
A mom texts, "Hi! Son, what does IDK, LY, & TTYL mean?" He texts back, "I Don't Know, Love You, & Talk To You Later." The mom texts him, "It's ok, don't worry about it. I'll ask your sister, love you too."
Q: What starts with E, ends with E, and has only 1 letter in it?
A: Envelope.
The sky was looking ominous so I asked Siri, “Surely, it’s not going to rain again today?” She replied, “Yes, it is and don’t call me Shirley!” I guess I left my phone in Airplane mode again...
A: The letter "m." My friend asked me if I wanted to hear a really good Batman impression, so I replied, "Go for it!" He shouted, “NO!! NOT THE KRYPTONITE!” Slightly puzzled, I said, “That’s Superman." “Thanks man!” he laughed. “I’ve been practicing it a lot.”
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Q: What happens once in a minute and twice in a moment but never in a decade?
ROSCOMMON - The Bird and the Bear Bakery recently received a grant from the Roscommon Downtown Development Authority (DDA) for new signage and painting the exterior of the building at 205 North Fifth Street in the former AuSable Bakery location. The work was completed recently by A & M Painting of St. Helen and signage by Two Rare Designs of Roscommon. They offer fresh-baked bread, cookies, pies, donuts and pastries; a grab-and-go-cooler is stocked with sandwiches, salads, pasta salads, dips and farmer's creamery milk from Mio. There is also light breakfast and lunch menu. Hours are Wednesday through Sunday, 6 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Restaurant receives DDA façade grant Pictured (l-r) are Village Economic Development Administrator Dan Scow, Owner Nancy Forster and DDA President Thomas O'Brien.
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Reg 466 cal / Sm 248 cal TOSSED OTHER SALADS Regular: $5.49 $7.49 Small: $4.49 $5.49 PICK THE SIZE The "SARGE" 20” 8 Huge Slices X-Large 16” 12 Slices Large 14” 10 Slices Medium 12” 8 Slices Small 10” 6 Slices Personal 6” 4 Slices Square Deep Dish 12" 12 Slices CHOOSE THE TOPPINGS ADDED CAL PER SLICE SMALL MEDIUM LARGE X-LARGE THE “SARGE" CHEESE ........................................ 6.75 8.80 11.60 14.15 20.25 EXTRA ITEMS .............................. 1.00 1.25 1.75 2.00 3.00 *SELECT ITEMS (ADDITIONAL CHARGE) 2.00 2.50 3.50 4.00 6.00 EXTRA CHEESE ........................... 1.50 1.75 2.50 3.00 4.50 CHEESE OR PEPPERONI FILLED CRUST ............................. 2.50 2.75 3.50 4.25 6.00 Ask about special pricing for large orders of 10 or more pizzas. 6” Personal Pizza with up to 3 Toppings: 4.49 / Keystone Pizza: Additional 2.00 per pizza Any side order 1.50 / Garlic Butter Dipping Sauce: 1.00 Chicken Parmazeti Tasty Chunks of Chicken, Tender Broccoli, Tomato & 3 Cheeses: Mozzarella, Cheddar & Parmesan. Made with our Special White Sauce.10.99 13.99 18.75 21.99 247 / 263 / 291 / 300 cal Pizza Margherita Fresh sliced red ripe Roma Tomatoes and fresh leaf Basil atop a bed of melted Mozzarella- on our famous Classic pizza crust and Red Sauce. Add Feta for additional charge. 10.99 13.99 18.75 21.99 188 / 206 / 234 / 242 cal Buffalo Chicken Pizza Chunks of Spicy Chicken, Mozzarella & Feta. Made with our Southwest Sauce. 10.99 13.99 18.75 21.99 226 / 247 / 278 / 286 cal Chicken Bacon Ranch Chunks of Chicken, Bacon, Ranch Sauce & Mozzarella Cheese. 10.99 13.99 18.75 21.99 244 / 265 / 293 / 307 cal BBQ Chicken Pizza Tasty Chunks of BBQ Chicken & Mozzarella Cheese. Made with our Zesty BBQ Sauce. 8.99 11.49 15.75 18.75 206 / 221 / 249 / 259 calBacon Double Cheeseburger Ground Beef, Bacon, Onions, Cheddar & Mozzarella Cheeses. 9.99 12.49 16.95 20.49 233 / 241 / 268 / 278 cal Chicken Cordon Bleu Our new “Blue Ribbon” creation! Creamy White Sauce smothered with a blend of five Cheeses, topped with crispy breaded Chicken Breast and succulent Ham. 10.99 13.99 18.75 21.99 240 / 260 / 282 / 296 cal Southwest Steak & Portabella Sliced Top Round complimented with sliced Portabella Mushrooms, accented with Sweet Red and Green Bell Peppers, Red Onion and Cheddar atop 100% pure Wisconsin Mozzarella & our special Southwest Sauce. 10.99 13.99 18.75 21.99 247 / 271 / 302 / 314 cal Greek-'Za Mediterranean Fresh Spinach leaves, premium Hard Salami, fresh sliced vine-ripened Tomatoes, tasty Greek Kalamata Olives, zesty sliced Pepperoncini on an Olive Oil base with Wisconsin's best Mozzarella, fresh shredded Parmesan, Romano, Asiago and chunks of fresh Feta. 10.99 13.99 18.75 21.99 227 / 249 / 282 / 292 cal Patrolman’s Deluxe Pepperoni, Ham, Mushrooms, Green Pepper, Onions, Ground Beef, Italian Sausage, Bacon & Black10.99Olives.13.99 18.75 21.99 237 / 253 / 290 / 300 cal Carnivore’s Feast All Meat: Pepperoni, Ham, Ground Beef, Italian Sausage & Bacon. 10.99 13.99 18.75 21.99 234 / 248 / 287 / 296 cal Taco Pizza Seasoned Ground Beef, Taco Sauce, Cheddar & Mozzarella Cheeses, Lettuce, Tomato & Black Olives. 10.99 13.99 18.75 21.99 243 / 252 / 286 / 299 cal Patrolman’s Special Pepperoni, Ham, Mushrooms, Green Pepper & Onions.9.99 12.49 16.95 20.49 200 / 216 / 256 / 260 cal Large $13.49 Small $8.49 Dipping Sauces $1.00: Bleu Cheese 200 cal/1.5oz Ranch 547 cal/4oz Ranch 223 cal French 210 cal Bleu Cheese 200 cal Italian 111 cal Greek 220 cal Caesar 230cal Southwest 141 cal Thousand Island 210 cal Low Fat Ranch 70 cal Raspberry Vinaigrette 90 cal Extra Dressings $1.00 OUR DRESSINGS Reg: 2 pkts Sm: 1 pkt Calories listed are for each packet. SELECT THE SAUCE Classic Red 5-7 cal Creamy White 48-80 cal Southwest 47-63 cal Zesty BBQ 32-43 cal Spicy Taco 10-13 cal Pepperoni 25-75 Ham 5-30 Mushrooms 0 Green Peppers 0-5 Red Onions 0-5 Ground Beef 15-50 Italian Sausage 30-85 Black Olives 5-30 Green Olives 10-35 Pineapple 4-15 Tomatoes 0-5 Broccoli 0-5 Jalapenos 0-5 Banana Peppers 0-5 *Bacon 15-45 *Anchovies 5-15 *Chicken 5-25 *Fresh Basil 0-5 *Portabellas 0-5 *Feta 20-50 *Red Bell Peppers 0-5 *Spinach 0-5 *Turkey 5-20 *Artichoke Hearts 0-10 *Kalamata Olives 5-30 *Sliced Top Round 10-45 *Swiss Cheese 19-56 NEW! BUILD THE CRUST Classic Crust 71-355 cal Gluten-Free Crust 67 cal 10” Only, Additional charge Caulif lower Crust 98 cal 12” Only, Additional charge FilledCheeseCrust:43-57 cal or Pepperoni 23-31 cal Flavored Crust: Garlic 3-4 cal or Parmesan 9-12 cal Keystone Pizza: Crust on Top & Bottom 71-355 cal GF AppetizersSalads Gourmet Pizza The Classics Build Your Own GlutenFree Our greatest e ort is made to provide these products to be free of wheat/gluten ingredients. However, we are not a gluten-free facility and the possibility of cross-contamination does exist. Therefore, we are unable to guarantee these items to be free of all allergens. Certain products may vary from our suppliers from time to time, and therefore ingredients may vary. If you are highly sensitive, we recommend discussing your situation with an owner / manager prior to placing your order. GF GFGF GFGF GF GF GF all are GF all are GF all are 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice, but calorie needs vary. 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1 2 3 Enjoy your Sub on a White or Wheat* Italian Roll, or as a Wrap, Oven-Baked Grinder, or Gluten-Free Grinder** (Additional Charge). *Wheat roll availability varies per location. **Excludes Crispy Chicken, Taco Meat & Meatballs Subs and Grinders are served hot; Wraps are served cold- unless requested otherwise. Calories listed are for a Sub. Subtract 178 cal for a Wrap. Add 253 cal for a Grinder.
The Club Sliced Top Round, Turkey, Ham, Cheddar Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato & Mayo $7.99 1038 cal
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Build-Your-Own Oven-Baked Pasta or Lasagna Pasta Noodles or Lasagna Red Sauce or Alfredo Choose Any Combination of Pizza Toppings Served with Garlic Bread $ 8.99 plus 75¢ per topping. 687 cal+ ChickenAlfredoParmazetiPasta Delicious Pasta Noodles, Seasoned Chicken, Fresh Tomatoes, Broccoli and Cheddar- with our Creamy Alfredo Sauce. $8.99 829 cal Mac & Cheese Cheesy Cheddar Mac ‘n Cheese $8.99 750 cal Classic Lasagna $8.99 725 cal Garlic Roll $2.49 493 cal With Cheese add $1.00 172 cal
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Ground Beef, Italian Sausage, Bacon, Classic Red Sauce & Mozzarella. $7.99 744 cal Chicken Bowl: Chicken, Broccoli, Mushrooms, Tomatoes, White Sauce and Mozzarella. $7.99 719 cal Build-Your-Own Bowl: Your choice of Pizza Sauce, Mozzarella, & up to 5 items. $7.99 297 cal+ Pizza Pocket (Calzone) Pizza Sauce, Mozzarella Cheese and your choice of up to 5 Items. $8.49 803-1363 cal Wet Burrito $7.99 Beef: 1078 cal or Chicken: 993 cal Nachos Supreme $7.99 Beef: 1247 cal or Chicken: 1162 cal Quesadilla $7.49 Steak: 675 cal or Chicken: 687 cal NEW! Cinnamon Crisp Pizza Choose Apple, Cherry, S’More, or Plain Cinnamon. Large: $10.35 / Small: $7.49 115-142 cal/slice Cinnamon Spi-Rolls with Pecans $5.99 110 cal/piece Cannoli Six Mini-Pastries with Creamy Filling. Raspberry or Chocolate Drizzle. $6.99 71 cal/piece Cinnamon Stix with Icing Bread Stix with Cinnamon & Icing. $4.50 91 cal/piece Cookies!We got ‘em- ask for details! DessertsPastaTasty Specialties Subs, Grinders & Wraps Pick your perfect Pleaser... PARTY PLEASER $3649 2 X-LARGE PIZZAS WITH UP TO 3 ITEMS EACH 2 ORDERS OF BREAD STIX FAMILY PLEASER $2949 2 LARGE PIZZAS WITH UP TO 3 ITEMS EACH 1 ORDER OF BREAD STIX PIZZARELLI PLEASER $2149 1 LARGE PIZZA WITH UP TO 5 ITEMS 1 ORDER OF BREAD STIX 14%26%OFFOFF23%OFFSave $12.81 Save $3. 36 Save $8.71 Additional cost for “Select” items. PRSRT U.S.POSTAGEECRWSSSTDPAIDEDDMRetailPostalLocal Customer ALANSON 7568 US-31 SOUTH 231-548-3636 BELDING 1133 W. STATE ST 616-794-0000 BELMONT 2350 BELMONT CTR DR 616-988-6868 BOYNE CITY 1191 M-75 SOUTH 231-582-2288 BOYNE CITY-NORTH 472 N. LAKE ST. 231-582-6050 CADILLAC 6184 E. M-55 UNIT 110 231-779-1337 CHARLEVOIX M-66 CAPTAIN'S CORNER PLAZA 231-547-9999 CHEBOYGAN 523 MACKINAW AVE. 231-627-4254 DORR 1628 142ND AVE 616-681-6000 EAST JORDAN 101 N. LAKE ST. 231-536-5555 EVART 401 WEST 7TH ST 231-734-3922 GAYLORD 1525 W MAIN ST. 989-731-1555 GRAND RAPIDS 2034 LAKE MICHIGAN DR 616-301-8061 GRAYLING 307 SOUTH JAMES ST 989-344-2222 GREENVILLE 703 SOUTH GREENVILLE WEST DR 616-754-1122 HARBOR SPRINGS 930 STATE ST 231-526-2424 HART 2327 N. COMFORT DR 231-873-5555 HOWARD CITY 841 W. SHAW RD 231-937-9000 INDIAN RIVER 3695 S. STRAITS HWY 231-238-0055 KALAMAZOO 1710 W. MAIN ST. 269-532-1688 KALKASKA 104 N. CEDAR ST 231-258-8100 KAWKAWLIN 2338 S. HURON RD 989-671-2288 LAKE CITY 45 N. MOREY RD 231-839-1177 LAKEVIEW 9710 N. GREENVILLE RD 989-352-4002 LOWELL 1335 W. MAIN ST 616-897-9776 MACKINAW CITY 209 E. CENTRAL AVE 231-436-5500 PETOSKEY 910 SPRING ST (BAY MALL) 231-347-1212 PLAINWELL-OTSEGO 396 OAKS CROSSING 269-204-6612 ROSCOMMON 800 LAKE ST 989-275-1500 SPARTA 466 EAST DIVISION 616-887-1144 STANTON 620 N. STATE ST 989-831-7111 ST. IGNACE 277 N. STATE ST 906-643-0300 TRAVERSE CITY 3186 LAFRANIER RD/AIRPORT RD 231-995-9900 McDONOUGH,GA 140 W. CAMPGROUND RD 678-583-1550 Most Locations Feature Pizza & Salad Lunch Bu et RELAX and enjoy your guests as WE CATER your next special event. ForManagerAskDetails Locally-owned and operated franchise locations ready to provide you with quality products and outstanding service at affordable prices.34 LUNCHMON-FRISPECIAL:11AM-2PM TWO 10” PIZZAS WITH 2 ITEMS ON EACH $13 4 9ONLY Stuff Bread Stix for additional cost. Add Sauce to Bread Stix for $1 each. Extra Cheese and Toppings available at additional cost. Additional cost for Select items on Specials. Not valid on holidays. Excludes Square Deep Dish Pizzas. Seasonal rates may apply. Prices on this menu do not include taxes and are subject to change. Specials and service may vary per location. This restaurant uses tree nuts in some products. Visit www.bc.pizza ● Order Online (participating locations) ● Contact Us ● Franchise Opportunities V200310 Fast & Friendly DELI VERY C What’s At B.C.?NEW! Rich in authentic Italian avor, this gluten-free masterpiece blends real cauli ower with quality ingredients for a premium crust experience. CAULIFLOWER PIZZA CRUST Also consider these other selections that can help you stay on-track with your dietary preferences... Our own original GLUTEN FREE PIZZA CRUST paired with GF sauce & toppings GLUTEN FREE GRINDER GLUTEN-FREE PIZZA BOWLS including a KETO-FRIENDLY option GLUTEN-FREE SALADS & DRESSINGS No matter which delicious product you choose, you can be assured you’re getting the freshest, highest quality meats, cheeses and vegetables possible. 3 2 YEARS SINCE 1988 www.bc.pizza GF
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ROSCOMMON – Roscommon County Council on Aging (RCCOA) held their 6th Annual “Meals on Wheels” Car Show Aug. 13 at the Firemen’s training grounds in Roscommon. This event’s purpose is to educate the communities about and to raise funds for the Meals-onWheels program.
Over the last several years Roscommon County has seen significant growth in the program, indicating that the need is increasing. 43% of Roscommon County residents are over the age of 60. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, those over the age of 65 are expected to double during the next three decades. The last baby boomer will turn 65 in the year 2030. Roscommon County has twice as many “seniors” as school-aged children.33vehicles signed up and the famous meatloaf lunch was a success. New this year was a breakfast and a hotdog, chips and pop lunch. All three meals were a sell out!
Car show supports Meals on Wheels program (l-r) Meals on Wheels driver Bonnie Kitchen, COA Executive Director Mary Fry, Serenity Day Lodge Coordinator Heather Emerick, and COA Board Secretary Madeline Hiller show off some of the trophies being given out at the car show. ~ Photo by Theresa Ekdom
“We really appreciate everyone coming out even in the rain,” said RCCOA Executive Director Mary Fry. “And we appreciate everyone’s support of our Meals on Wheels program in Roscommon County.”
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The evening was one of those that come back to you time after time, year after long year. It comes back and whispers of how good life can be when you’re well fed, enjoying life, and a good friend shares the front porch with you on a summer’s evening.Itwas that way with Doc and Steve the other night. Doc thought he might have to do a scientific paper on the soporific effects of ice tea, fried chicken, and corn on the cob. As long as it didn’t take any effort. So when this huge meal had been bull-snaked down, the two grinning friends came out to the porch to watch the sun go down behind the trees along Lewis Creek. The air had that orange and russet glow, and the breeze, that little one that caresses the neck, came slowly down from the hills and made their shirt collars wiggle ever so slightly. It was like taking a dry bath in paradise.Docsidled up to one of the porch posts and gently tested it to see if it could hold the extra weight he was carrying with that meal. It stood fine, so he leaned against it seriously and looked out on the evening’s warmth.
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Steve, who was enjoying having a fine meal that someone else cooked for a change, leaned against the post on the other side of the steps. And then they just stood quietly, watching the day make beautiful skies as it ended. The shadow on the ground foretold the presence of the circling bird. Doc and Steve paid no attention at first. Then a few minutes later, it was joined by two more circling birds over Doc’s house. “Buzzards,” Steve mumbled. “Yep,” said Doc. They circled some more. “I think one of us should move a little …” said Doc. “Well“Move?”… to let them know … you know.”Steve sighed, then glanced over at Doc. “Flip you for it.”
GRAYLING – Wellington Farm Park will host their annual antique car show Sept. 17 on their grounds. In the past, only cars manufactured before 1932 were allowed. New this year, they have expanded this to include all antique, classic, and vintage cars. Registration of vehicles shown is required, but there is no exhibitor charge. Standard farm admissionContactapplies.Pattyat 989-348-5187 or email ptaylor.wfusa@gmail.com if you would like to exhibit your vehicle.Wellington Farm will be opening their corn maze Sept. 9. Their hours are Fridays, 1 – 4:30 p.m.; Saturdays, 11 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.; and Sundays 11 a.m. – 3:30 Admissionp.m.to the corn maze is $8.50 per person with 30% of the proceeds being donated to the Alzheimer's Association. Get lost for a cause!Wellington Farm USA is a living history complex that offers a unique look at life in a mid-western farming community during the 1930’s. They are located at 6944 S Military Rd, Grayling
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September 2022 Page 5 BUpNorthVoice.com 43RD ANNUAL MICHIGAN FIREMEN'S MEMORIAL FESTIVAL R 15-18, 2022 MEMORIAL SITE 1337 Robinson Lake Rd., Roscommon MORE INFORMATION Call or Text: (989) www.firemensmemorial.com275-5880 290 Ballenger Rd., Roscommon
Page 6 B September 2022 UpNorthVoice.com Schedule of Events SEPTEMBER 15-18, 2022 Roscommon Fire Training Grounds (formerly known as the Rosco. Co. Fairgrounds) Camping Available on Fire Training Grounds All Weekend Michigan Thursday,MemorialFiremen'sFestivalSeptember15,2022 Vendor check-in and set-up 4:00 PM – "Meet and Greet" Get Acquainted Night with Vendors (By Invitation Only Friday, September 16, 2022 Noon – Vendors Open 2:00 PM – Bar Opens (Picture ID required) Registration for Water Ball until 6 PM 4:00 PM – Bouncy Houses for Children Training on using Fire Extinguishers ▪ Continued on page 7 B
September 2022 Page 7 BUpNorthVoice.com 7:00 PM –Bright Light Vehicle Showdown (Registration at Command Post) Bright Light Parade follows Showdown (Walkers may gather at the corner of M-18 and 5th St.) 9:00 PM - 1:00 AM –Music and Dancing in the Big Red Barn (Must be 21 and have pictured ID) Saturday, September 17, 2022 Saturday at 9:00 AM, we invite you to join with the Michigan State Firemen's Association at the Memorial site to pay tribute to all Fire Fallen Fighters. They will conduct the Annual Memorial Service and placing of memorial wreaths by the Fire Fighter organizations, service clubs and others. Festival Events at the Roscommon County Fire Training Grounds: Antique Fire Truck Displays Fire and Rescue Equipment Displays Gray's Air Cushion and Truck Up-righting Training to use Fire Extinguishers Vendor Equipment and Displays Bouncy Houses for Children Trolley Rides to and from Memorial Site til 4:00 PM Refreshments in Big Red Barn (Picture ID required) Classes for Firefighters ▪ Continued on page 11 B Friday, September 16, 2022 (Continued)
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By Donna Thoma ROSCOMMON - It has been said that in the Army, soldiers are told “never to volunteer.” The premise being, you may get a “dirty or dangerous” assignment. When we volunteer, we don't always consider the impact our service may have on others. Our actions may affect only a few...or thousands. The actions and commitment of four men, 43 years ago, have had a huge impact on Roscommon County and surrounding areas.In spring 1980, the Michigan State Firefighters Association (MSFA) contacted Jim Stender, then President of the Roscommon County Firemen's Association (RCFA), and asked if Roscommon firefighters could put something together following the dedication event of the new Firemen’s Memorial statue, as entertainment for attendees. Stender approached the county fire chief’s association for ideas. A committee of 22 men, including firefighters, DNR and businessmen from around the county volunteered. They planned and organized a party to be held in the large hanger at the DNR airport. Under the guidance of Bruce Lorion, in 1981 that committee again organized entertainment. When approached in 1982, RCFA members felt this was too much for them to continue, it had become a larger endeavor than anticipated.
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Bruce Lorion in 2022
These men, their wives and extended families worked tirelessly to build an organization, enticed fire vendors and firefighters to attend, improved the festival grounds, and much more. Carol Stender served for many years as treasurer of the organization, JoAnn Tyler-Milnes as chair of side committees, and Jan Lorion as secretary. Their son Charlie was active on the Gerrish Fire Department and MFMFC until his Originallypassing. from Detroit, Lorion's family moved to Roscommon when he was about 12 years old. His grandmother lived here and one of his brothers had moved up with her. Lorion's brother worked as an electrician in the area, recognized a need for a good plumber, and suggested the family move up too since his dad was a plumber. As a youth, Lorion would help his brother and dad. While in high school, he worked at the state park renting paddle boards, painting and patching boats for fifty cents an hour. He also worked for Bertl's Chevrolet and Fuelgas in his early married years. High school sweethearts, Lorion and wife Janette will be married 65 years Oct. 26. They had two children, Debbie Donnelly and the late Charlie Lorion. In addition, they are very proud of their grand and great grandchildren.BruceandJan have been hampered in recent years by health issues however, at 85, he is still considered an active part of the festivalLorion'scommittee.dedication and sense of community service has not been limited to MFMFC. Though never having served in the armed forces, he has been an active member of the VFW #4159. His dad served in Korea and was a member at the post. For much of his adult years, he worked for Camp Grayling, retiring from there 26 years ago. MFMFC however, did become a major focus in his life. At one time, it was noted that “the Firemen's Memorial obviously had a very special place in his heart, as he spent nine months out of the year, devoting his time and effort into making the weekend run Beginningsmoothly.”withthefirst organized festival, Lorion served for twentyfive years as President of the MFMFC. The event eventually outgrew the DNR airport property and moved to the county fairgrounds. As attendance numbers grew, a need for a larger facility became reality. 1991 the building which became known as the Big Red Barn was completed. The meeting room
Lorion, then, a 24-year veteran and officer of the Gerrish Township Fire Department, said “I'll do it”. Lorion, Stender, Roy Milnes, and Larry Schmidt formed the Michigan Firemen's Memorial Festival Committee (MFMFC) that year. Lorion said he could see “value” for the county and community, in continuing of the “Festival.”
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Roy Milnes and Bruce Lorion at a previous Firemen’s Memorial Festival event
The Higgins Lake-Roscommon Lions Club is one again grilling their world-famous chicken dinners at the 43rd Annual Firemen’s Memorial Festival on Saturday, Sept. 17 from 11 a.m. till the last bird is Dinnerscooked.will include BBQ chicken, grilled corn on the cob, and macaroni salad with dinner rolls and butter. The Lions will be located at traditionaltheirspaceatthemaingate,totherightofthe flower bed, in front of the “Big Red Barn.” We hope to see you there!
UpNorthVoice.com and classroom were added later. Over the years the electrical, plumbing and speaker systems had many upgrades. When questions of who to contact or how to do a job came up, the committee referred to Bruce. Eventually, the Roscommon Roscommon County Commissioners agreed, and the grounds became known as the Roscommon County Fire Training Grounds. A year later county commissioners changed that agreement to a 100-year lease with no fees.MFMFC, under the guidance of Lorion and board members, has been able to give much to Roscommon and say, in the case of Bruce Lorion, they
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1:30 PM – Water Ball Competition at the Water Ball courts. Registration at courts. 2:30 PM – Search and Rescue Competition at the 2:30SmokehousePM–Extrication Competition at the rear Corral 3:00 PM – Gold Badge Auction in the Big Red Barn
Fire Equipment Parade Registration starts at 8:00 AM if not pre-registered on Lake St. Noon – Parade Starts. Route on Fifth (Old 76) from Huntington Bank to Grounds Flag Raising (Official Festival Opening) Immediately after the Parade in front of Big Red Barn
4:00 PM – Fire Burns and Demos at the gas maze behind the Smoke Tower TBD – Cornhole Competition in front of Big Red Barn
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM – Kids Day. Many activities for kids, bouncy houses, and much more fun.
8:00 PM – $1000 Raffle Drawing winning tickets pulled
Sunday, September 18, 2022
Come get the world’s BEST CHICKEN DINNER!
7:00 AM - Gone – Pancake Breakfast in the Big Red Barn by Higgins Twp. FD
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Shirley Ann Waterman, 79, Roscommon, passed August 11, 2022
Gordon 'Gordo' A. Bukowski, 68, Mio, passed August 16, 2022
Barbara Melinda Needham, 59, Hillman passed August 6, 2022 Duane Allen Eggert
David Warren Jones
Elizabeth J. 'Betty' Manor Elizabeth J. 'Betty' Manor, 94, Au Gres, passed August 2, 2022 Bessie Etta Houghteling Bessie Etta Houghteling, 99, Standish, passed July 31, 2022
Louis Martin Whetstone Louis Martin Whetstone, 76, Formerly St. Helen, passed August 7, 2022 Dennis K. Cline Dennis K. Cline, 64, Hale, passed August 9, 2022 Peggy A. Mast Peggy A. Mast, 61, Gladwin, passed August 10, 2022
James "Eli" Mathis
James "Eli" Mathis, 77, Roscommon, passed August 15, 2022
Patricia May Colley
Patricia May Colley, 74, Mio, passed away August 6, 2022
Ernest Dale Hatfield
Betty Jean Crittenden Betty Jean Crittenden, 88, of Fairview, passed August 8, 2022
Duane Allen Eggert, 88, Mio, passed August 3, 2022
Charles “Charlie” Bullard, 70, Gladwin, passed August 10, 2022 Cleta Summers Cleta Summers, 87, Beaverton, passed August 14, 2022
Diane Theresa Shelton
Diane Theresa Shelton, 79, Lewiston, passed August 14, 2022 Maria Urban Maria Urban, 89, Roscommon, passed August 14, 2022
Nancy L. Ball, 67, Roscommon, passed August 14, 2022
Robin Lynn Pizzala
Orrel Grace Miller Orrel Grace Miller, age 92, Prescott, passed August 15, 202
Richard Dale Osborne
Catherine Ann McBride, 86, Grayling, passed August 9, 2022.
Theodore “Ted” John Corley Theodore “Ted” John Corley, age 59, Saint Helen, passed August 5, 2022
Marion N. Christman, 98, Beaverton, passed August 8, 2022 Marjorie “Susie” Ellen Zuellig Marjorie “Susie” Ellen Zuellig, 83, Beaverton, passed away August 8, 2022
Matthew Maurice Ray Johnson
Shirley Ann Waterman
Gordon 'Gordo' A. Bukowski
Wilma Troyer Bontrager, 101, Fairview, passed August 4, 2022 Nicholas F. Wittman
George 'Bud' Code Jr
Nicholas F. Wittman, Jr, 71, Hillman, passed August 6, 2022 Victoria Ann Emery Gammey Victoria Ann Emery Gammey, 76, Hillman passed August 6, 2022
William Perry Painter William Perry Painter, 89, Maple Forest Twp, passed August 3, 2022 Michael George Summers Michael George Summers, 73, Grayling, passed August 5, 2022
Catherine Ann McBride
Mary Karen Sargent Mary Karen Sargent, age 71, Gaylord, passed August 9, 2022
Rose Marie Oliver Rose Marie Oliver, 85, Standish, passed August 10, 2022
Robin Lynn Pizzala, age 61, West Branch, passed August 16, 2022
Gerald “Jerry” Earl Montry Gerald “Jerry” Earl Montry, 74, Lewiston, passed August 6, 2022
Patricia Ann Heck
Norma Lee Umphrey Norma Lee Umphrey, 86, Standish, passed July 30, 2022 Charlotte Marie LaDuke Charlotte Marie LaDuke, 95, Gladwin, passed August 4, 2022 JoAnn (Yager) Brown JoAnn (Yager) Brown, 86, Beaverton, passed July 30, 2022 Mary VanDyke Mary VanDyke, 90, Gladwin, passed August 2, 2022 Koty Harrington Koty Harrington, 27, Gladwin, passed August 2, 2022 Luella (Staley) Finney Luella (Staley) Finney, 91, Beaverton, passed August 2, 2022 Carolyn Newman Carolyn Newman, 80, Beaverton passed August 4, 2022
Gerald R. 'Jerry' Peterson, 85, Lewiston, passed July 30, 2022
Gerald R. 'Jerry' Peterson
Barbara Melinda Needham
Marion N. Christman
Matthew Maurice Ray Johnson, 49, Rhodes, passed August 15, 2022
Patricia Ann Heck, 76, Grayling, passed August 13, 2022
James Alfred Stalsberg Sr. James Alfred Stalsberg Sr., 86, Rose City, passed August 3, 2022 Kenneth Dale Horn Kenneth Dale Horn, 63, Farmington Hills (formerly Prescott), passed August 8, 2022
George 'Bud' Code Jr, 92 Lewiston passed July 21, 2022 Joseph “JD” Daniel Perrotta Joseph “JD” Daniel Perrotta, 59 St. Helen, passed July 21, 2022 Michael Allen Loop Michael Allen Loop, 71 St. Helen, passed July 22, 2022 Kimberly Gardner Kimberly Gardner, 64 AuGres, passed July 18, 2022 Sheila JoAnne Morse Sheila JoAnne Morse, 63, Houghton Lake, passed July 21, 2022 William Aaron Fradenburgh William Aaron Fradenburgh, 83, Gladwin, passed July 22, 2022 Patsy Greer Patsy Greer, 84, Gladwin, passed July 23, 2022 Faye E. 'Love' Daly Faye E. 'Love' Daly, 87, Prudenville, passed August 1, 2022 Lorraine May (Vincent) Gibson Lorraine May (Vincent) Gibson, 91, Prescott, passed July 31, 2022 Allen L. Short Allen L. Short, 70, Hale, passed August 1, 2022
Donald J. Mulka
Wilma Troyer Bontrager
Ernest Dale Hatfield, 82, Grayling, passed August 7, 2022
Richard Dale Osborne, 86, Twining, passed August 13, 2022 Mae Laverne MacDonald Mae Laverne MacDonald, 84, Omer, passed August 14, 2022 Lawrence 'Larry' M. Lee Lawrence 'Larry' M. Lee, 77, Omer, passed August 11, 2022
September 2022 Page 13 BUpNorthVoice.com For info on advertising in Up North Voice 989-275-1170call Obituaries & Death Notices 989-302-8038 3901 W. Houghton Lake Dr. Houghton Lake Ask About Our Classes! Ask About Our Classes!
Donald J. Mulka, age 87, Prudenville, passed August 9, 2022
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Pickles as a food have been around as far back as 2400 BCE, found in the Tigris Valley, the cradle of civilization. Yes, back in Mesopotamia, they soaked cucumbers in a vinegar brine to preserve them. I wonder if they had sandwiches back then. Cleopatra loved them and credited eating them with keeping her beautiful. Julius Caesar enjoyed them; "Et Tu, Pickle?" and Napoleon Bonaparte ate them frequently. I always wondered what Napoleon was holding in his right hand tucked in his Picklesshirt! have an interesting history; Christopher Columbus brought them to the New World. Explorers loved them because they lasted so long on a journey. I guess he traded them for tobacco. In 1659, Dutch farmers began growing cucumbers, brined them in barrels, and sold them on the street, the start of the "Pickle Industry!"
I had just finished breakfast, and as I was settling into my "Comfy Chair."My wife yelled out, "Joel! We are out of pickles, and you love having them with your sandwich; you better run to the store and pick up some!"
I responded sleepily, "I'm on it!" I wish our town was not 16 miles away; I try to minimize my trips or consolidate them with high gas prices. I love a pickle with my sandwich, so I'm off!
At several World Fairs, H.J. Heinz gave out millions of "Pickle Pins" to those who stopped by and sampled his pickle. Great as a snack. Drinking pickle juice is supposed to have many health benefits. In the year 2000, a win for the Philadelphia Eagles credited pickle juice for helping them perform in 109-degree weather! Pickle juice has probiotics, can help with blood sugar regulation, may support weight loss, has antioxidants, and may even help with a hangover! Pickles are rich in vitamin K & A. Pickles contain a lot of salt, so moderation or abstinence if you have high blood pressure or heart failure, please consult your caregiver. There are many pickles on the market. I love Dill pickles, Bread & Butter pickles with tuna and mayo. There are Gherkins, Hungarian, Polish, German, Lime, jalapenos, and many more. I wonder what would happen if Peter Piper picked a peck of pickles instead of pickled peppers? It might take less time if he chose barrel Kosher dills; they can be large! I remember first liking pickles from watching old western movies; cowboys and city folk would sit in the General Store eating pickles out of the barrel and solving the world's problems. When people say, "I'm in a Pickle," I guess that might be a sour, salty predicament. I think I will enjoy my chicken sandwich with a few dill pickles and think about times I have been in a "Pickle" myself!
Joel’s in a pickle!
By Joel Vernier, The Comfy Chair
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ROSCOMMON COUNTY – The Roscommon County Economic Development Corporation (RCEDC) recently presented grants to 28 small businesses and non-profits in the county.The RCEDC received 45 applications for the Roscommon County Small Business & Tourism Grant Program with funding requests of over $893,000. The grant was open to new and existing businesses and tourism related nonprofits located in Roscommon County. $505,000 was allocated to this program. The funding for this program was made available through the American Rescue Plan fiscal recovery allocation for Roscommon County. Special thanks to the County of Roscommon for funding and supporting this program!
Small Businesses and Tourism Grants given by EDC
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