(Left) A group of Hale area youths traveled to the “Road to the Horses 2019 at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Pictured at the event are (l-r) are Kaylee and Emily Morley, Zander Johnson Larkin and Reese Space.
(Above) Jillian Tremonti Engelhardt, Director and Owner of AuSable Dance Center, giving last minute instructions to Kyra Emmons with Molly Wright looking on at the recent Walled Lake for Hall of Fame Dance Challenge.
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Strengthening the communities of Northeast Michigan Vol. 9, Issue 10
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A Recipe for Everything
By Jim Smith GRAYLING - One of the documents housed at the Crawford County Historical Museum is an old, tattered cookbook. The front cover and first six pages are missing and the paper is yellowed. According to the title across the top of the pages the recipe book was put out by “The Ladies of St. Mary’s Church”. On first inspection the book would appear as most cookbooks put together by various groups and organizations as fund raisers or similar projects. Not much is known about this publication, however, based on the names of the contributors, the recipes included and the ads of supporters of the project, it was published in the early nineteen hundred in Grayling. In addition, the only St. Mary’s Church anyone can remember in Grayling is the Catholic Church which raises an eyebrow because so many of the recipes are Danish and the majority of the early Danes in Grayling were Lutherans. The best guess is that this cookbook was a
(Above) Does anyone remember where this restaurant was located? (Below) The phone number in this ad suggests a simpler time.
project of the Catholic Church but, Grayling being a small community at that time, all church’s and other community members were invited to contribute which provides us with a truly eclectic view of the early community menus. Upon closer examination the cookbook provides a vivid insight into what our early life styles were like, based on what we ate about one hundred years ago. As with most cookbooks this one contains a section on measurements and conversions, but how many modern cookbooks contain a table of recommendations for serving gatherings of fifty people? This harkens back to the days when organizations put on dinners that attracted most of the community or preparing and feeding lunch to the harvest crews that assembled to help each other gather the crops. It also probably helped the cooks in the lumber camps to feed the lumberjacks. The mid-day break was an essential part of the fall harvest or in the lumber camps. They worked hard starting at dawn and the ladies and camp cooks started just as early to prepare the food for the lunch. They all worked together, moving from farm to farm until all the crops were harvested or to be ready for the lumbermen when noon break arrived. Most of the recipes use high calorie and carbohydrate ingredients to provide the energy required by these rigorous jobs. The recipes were telling in the type of food that was cooked. Many the early settlers in Crawford County were Danish and the recipe book reflects that in many of the recipes offered. The first part of the cookbook describes “Danish Cookeries”. Danish soup, buttermilk soup and “Gronkall” soup and “Sago” soup and “Bolle” soup, (dumplings in milk soup) just to name a few. Another section contains recipes for “Danish Meats.” Frikadeller was a dish made with either round steak or pork ground up with other ingredients, including lots of suet. The mixture was
(Above) The recipes on the back of modern cake boxes aren’t nearly as informative as this. (Below) With these selections Mrs. Wolff must have been a remarkable hostess.
rolled into balls and fried in hot lard. Both Mrs. T. Boesen and Mrs. N. C. Nielson submitted recipes for this dish. Another dish, submitted by Mrs. Nels Olson was called “Applesflaske”. It was apples, peeled and sliced, fried up in bacon grease and ► See RECIPE on page 4
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13 - Bake Sale - Claws and Paws Rescue from 1-4 p.m. at Family Fare in West Branch. 18- Business Expo 4-7pm at the Grayling Ramada Inn 18 – Exploration of Lake Huron Sinkholes from 6-8 p.m. at the East Tawas Knights of Columbus Hall. 23- Roscommon County Republican Meeting at 7:00 P. M. Markey Township Hall, County Road #100, next to the Roscommon County Airport. Call 989-821-6616 for more information. Refreshments Provided 26- 32nd Annual Pictionary Olympics sponsored by the Grayling Promotional Association. 7Pm at the Eagles Social Hall. Trophies for 1st, 2nd and 3rd and prize for team in best costume. 27- Grayling Lions Club is hosting Driving For Disabilities fund raiser at the Grayling Country Club. Looking for 4 man teams with $240.00 entrance fee. Also looking for sponsorships of teams. $100 corporate and $25 individual. Contact the Grayling Lions for more information. MAY 11- Crawford County Relay Life "Families Against Cancer" are sponsoring a Bowl-a-Thon Fundraiser at the Grayling American Legion Lanes from 1pm to 5 pm. 9 Pin No Tap Prizes for more information, please Contact Wayne Nelson 989-348-2985 or Jack Campbell 989-
348-7075. 15 – Higgins Lake-Roscommon Chamber of Commerce business expo from 3-6 p.m. at the CRAF Center in Roscommon. Info: 989275-8760. 16- Business After Hours Co-Sponsored by Huron Pines, Northbound Outfitters & Paddle Hard Microbrewery at 5:30pm at Paddle Hard Microbrewery Recurring at the Roscommon Area District Library: Tech Hour: Every Friday at 2:00pm: Come in if you have any computer questions, or need assistance with technology, we are able to sit with you and help out. Story Time: Every Thursday at 10:30am: Join Miss Julie in a wonderful morning program. Children learn how to socialize, explore their creative side, and grow their love of reading. It is a great way to start the day! Sit and Get Fit: Every Thursday at 2:30pm: Come and do light exercises. It is a great way to stay mobile and keep those joints moving. Adult Trivia: The third Wednesday of every month at 4:30pm: Answer questions, meet new people, and see if you are smarter than a librarian. Genealogy Interest Group: The last Wednesday of every month at 1:00pm: Come and join the discussion. Joining in on the discussion gives patrons the opportunity to ask questions and get answers.
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Vets ‘Lunch and learn’ April 27 HOUGHTON LAKE - Veterans Lunch and Learn is brought to you by the organizers of the Veterans Coffee Hour and will be in addition to the April 4 Coffee Hour. The event will run on April 27 from 11:30 AM until 3 PM at the Roscommon County Blodgett Memorial Airport hangar, and is a free, family-friendly event for all veterans and their families! The event will kick off at 11:30 AM with a presentation by Heath Nemeth, Roscommon County Veterans Affairs Director, on dependent benefits. Following the presentation, veterans and their families will be invited to stay for a free lunch and family friendly activities in the hangar. Volunteers will be available to help entertain children during the presentation, and RC airplanes will be on display, compliments of the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA), Chapter 1580. If veterans and their families are interested in attending, an RSVP is appreciated for head count purposes. RSVP sheets will be available at the monthly Veterans Coffee Hour (first Thursday of each month at the Roscommon County Airport), the RSVP office (132 Lake Street in
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Roscommon, in the RCTA building), and the Roscommon County Veterans Affairs Office. Veterans Lunch and Learn is made possible by the EAA Chapter 1580, Roscommon County, the Roscommon County Community Foundation, the Roscommon County Blodgett Memorial Airport, and the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) of the Northeast Michigan Community Service Agency (NEMCSA). Please contact Persis at SopariwalaP@ nemcsa.org or 989-281-1505 if you have any questions about the event. We hope to see you there!
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Shanie Gautreau is the owner/operator of the Alpine Carpet and Design Center in Waters. She helps customers chose flooring from samples of the different designs, colors, patterns and textures of flooring in the showroom. "I like my job because I enjoy helping people find the right flooring for their house," Gautreau said. She is married with two children. "They both play sports so that keeps me busy in my spare time," Gautreau said. She says she also likes cross country skiing in the winter and boating in the summer. "Mullett Lake is my favorite lake to go boating on," she added.
Missy Plauman works for The Pet Spa in Frederic. Some of her job duties are bathing dogs, brushing thier fur and clipping thier nails. "I'm a professional pet hair stylist," Plauman said. "I love my job...there's nothing to not like about it," she added. Plauman has six dogs of her own. She is also a certified equestrian therapist and has thirty horses on her ranch in nearby Waters.
Lisa Wolf is the director of the RoscommonCrawford Foster Closet in Roscommon. She is a volunteer for this non profit organization that provides foster children in the area with clothing and furniture. "I enjoy giving back to the community and showing God's love in a tangible way to foster/kinship adoptive families," Wolf said. She is married with nine children and one son in law, as one of her daughters recently wed. "I love playing with my kids when I am not volunteering," Wolf said. "I also like to go boating and camping," she added.
Pictured at the event are (l-r) are Kaylee and Emily Morley, Zander Johnson Larkin and Reese Space.
Watching the horses A group of Hale area youths traveled to the “Road to the Horses 2019 at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, Kentucky recently. According to roadtothehorse.com, the event, founded in 2003, “strives to entertain and educate fans in the art of natural horsemanship. Road to the Horse challenges the World’s best eques-
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trians to build a partnership with an untouched three-year-old American Quarter Horse, across three intense days of competition. Fans witness the entire journey, from colt selection, to the final obstacle challenge. Only one competitor will earn the $100,000 purse and the World Championship of Colt Starting title.”
The group is also pictured with the winner of the Jack Brainard Award, Nick Dowers, (center) and Carla Johnson (back, right).
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NEW BOARD – The Fireman’s Memorial Festival Committee recently elected a new board including (l-r) Ruth Walczak (secretary), Dar Smith (treasurer), Scott Smith (vice-president) and Ed Sedlacek. The committee also voted unanimously to select outgoing president Doug Hodges as grand marshal of the Fireman’s Memorial Parade. ~Photo by Mark Constance
Michigan Works! hosts job fairs REGION - This April Michigan Works! Northeast Consortium will be hosting four job fairs across northeast Michigan. Michigan Works! Job Fairs are the largest multi-employer job fairs in the region, with over 150 area employers expected to participate and hundreds of jobs available. Job seekers can expect full-time, part-time, and seasonal openings. Job fair dates, times and locations are as follows: GAYLORD: Saturday, April 6th, 11am-1pm at the Gaylord Intermedi-
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Bring copies of your updated resume and dress prepared to interview. Please, no children, pets, or food/ beverages allowed. Employers can host a booth at any of the Michigan Works! Job Fairs for FREE. If you’re an employer interested in a free booth at one of the events, please contact Michigan Works! Northeast Consortium at 800-371-2533.
Health authority changes after hours number NORTHEAST MICHIGAN AuSable Valley CMHA provides emergency services to Ogemaw, Oscoda, and Iosco Counties 24 hours per day 7 days per week. To best serve the region, the agency has contracted with ProtoCall Services to provide after-hours phone screenings for people seeking services and crisis support for community members. AuSable Valley’s Emergency Services team will remain available to conduct evaluations in person when deemed necessary. The new phone number for the after-hours support line beginning
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ate Schools gymnasium, 240 E 4th St GRAYLING: Tuesday, April 16th, 3pm-5pm at the Grayling Ramada Inn, 2650 I-75 Business Loop Whether you’re interested in a career change or perhaps just a summer job, these job fairs are great opportunities to network and engage with a variety of employers in one location. All fairs are open to the public and there is no cost to attend.
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Recipe ► Continued from page 1 served hot, sweetened with sugar and on a bed of crisp bacon. The chapter on “Danish Pastry’s” is so loaded with calories that a current day dietician would probably suffer apoplexy just reading the recipes. A good example is a recipe for something called “Kringler’s” submitted by Mrs. E. Niederer. It includes one cup sour cream, one heaping cup butter flour and other ingredients shaped into strips twelve inches long and twisted like a pretzel. It’s dipped in sugar and baked. Sounds fantastic. Mrs. J. W. Sorenson includes a recipe for Swedish Sprit-Bakelser which requires an ingredient called “salts of hartshorn”. Try buying that at the local super market. In addition, the cookbook includes a section on “Danish Hors’D’Oeuvre’s”. Most of these were submitted by a Mrs. H. W. Wolff. They all look very appetizing. It appears that there was a lot of local merchant support for this project by virtue of the advertising content included in the publication. Drs. Keyport and Clippert had a one-half page ad complimenting the ladies on their project. Hanson’s Café indicated they were open day and night in a one quarter page ad. Mr. Wm. H. Moshier advertised his “Willis-Overland Automobile” Sales and Service. His phone number was
“47”. Comparing that number to your own cell phone number makes one wonder. Additional advertisers included W. J Nadeau selling life insurance, Olaf Sorenson and Sons “Arctic Ice Cream” parlor, the “Model Bakery” at phone number “16”, Mr. Craig, Proprietor and Lottie Atkinson’s “General Store”. The folks that offered recipes for the book include well known Grayling names like McNamara, Clippert, Hanson, Rasmusson, McLeod, Larson, Kraus, Bobenmoyer, Hartwick, Behlke and Sister Mary Ellen. There were many more ladies that shared their secrets for this cookbook, too many to name, but these are cooks that lived the transition between the early days of lumbering and farming and the industrial revolution and they lived in Grayling. Along with a storehouse of unique and ethnic recipe’s the cookbook contained several “pearls of wisdom”. The first page of the “Cookies and Doughnuts” section, under a title of “Briefly Told”, offers the following: The difference between the optimist And the pessimist is droll. The optimist sees the doughnut, And the pessimist sees the hole. This cookbook is “fun”. It precedes the days of prepared food and box mixes. It reverts to a time when things were made from “scratch” and
(Above) How big is a 25-cent soup bone?
most every woman was an artist in the kitchen. Ingredients were natural and fresh. Butter, suet and lard were considered healthy and required components of good food. This was before the days of high blood pres-
sure and cholesterol, but we seemed to survive, probably due to a more active life style. All other considerations aside, you will get hungry just reading the recipes.
(Below) If anyone tries this recipe, let us know how it taste’s.
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Fishing contest drawing to be held April 7
HOUGHTON LAKE - Michigan’s largest fishing contest, the Houghton Lake Area Tourism Bureau’s (HLATB) Catch Us If You Can, will be holding its Grand Prize drawing April 7, 2019 at Spicer’s Boat City in Houghton Lake from noon to 3 p.m. It is an all-male group of fishermen who caught tagged fish this year with three of them, Ken Fisher, Austin Walker, and Jason Burkett, local to RoscomKen Fisher mon County. We had one fisherman from Alaska, and one youth fisherman from Bethesda, MD. The rest are Michigan residents. Each adult angler will choose a
tackle box full of prizes. One will have a hidden key to the tumbler of envelopes. That lucky fisherman will then try to match two envelopes to win $100,000, and a new Lund boat provided by Spicer’s. There is a guaranteed $1,000 prize if the envelopes do not match. Second place adult angler will win a Mark Martin Ice Fishing class valued at $500. Kurt Beachnau, vice-chair of the HLATB and owner of Lyman’s on the Lake, will emcee the event. The volunteer fish taggers will be acknowledged, and the drawing will begin at 2 p.m. “We are excited to expand our
contest this year with additional prizes for a youth angler,” Beachnau said. Three youth anglers, (under 18 years old) will be choosing from their own set of tackleboxes, with one lucky youth winning a new kayak from Simple Adventures and $250. In addition to the drawing, there will be free hotdogs and other snacks available. The drawing will be streamed live on the HLATB Facebook page. More than 200 yellow-tagged fish are waiting to be caught in Higgins Lake, Lake St. Helen and Houghton Lake in the 2019 - 2020 contest that began March 16, 2019 and runs through March 15, 2020. For more information on fishing in Roscommon County, please contact the HLATB office at 1-989422-2002, 1-800-676-5330 or email info@visithoughtonlake.com. Contest rules are found on www.visithoughtonlake.com.
BQA session to be offered in Mio MIO - Beef producers can get Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) certified at a meeting conducted by Michigan State University Extension on April 9, 2019 at the Elmer Township Hall, 863 W Kittle Rd, Mio. The session will feature education about beef quality as impacted by producer management including minimizing injection site lesions, proper antibiotic use and low stress cattle handling. Participants may take an exam at the end of the educational session to become BQA-certified and receive a certificate with a BQA registered number. In addition, speci-
fied cattle auctions will be notified of producer BQA certification. Certification is good for 3 years. There is no cost to attend this meeting or to take the certification test. Instructors will work with all attendees so that all pass the exam and receive their certificate that evening. To reserve your place, or for further information, contact Phil Durst, Michigan State University Extension, at durstp@msu.edu or 989-387-5346. Producers may also become BQA certified on-line at bqa. org.
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Jason Burkett
Local dancers score big
WALLED LAKE - Fourteen judge’s award called “Work It Out”, dancers, their families, and their recognizing their hard work and coach, Jillian Tremonti Engelhardt, determination to make their dance traveled to Walled Lake for Hall sparkle and shine; of Fame Dance Challenge, and are - Helinski and S. Holcomb winreturning with regional awards and ning “Best in Category” awards, national accolades. acknowledging their accomplishment The performers are a division of at a regional level; AuSable Dance Center, located in - “Yellow”, a contemporary dance the heart of Grayling, who spend 4-8 featuring hand-dyed and hand-sewn hours a week training, rehearsing, costumes receiving a Costume and preparing for performances and Award; competitions throughout the state and - A contemporary piece featuring country. the younger dancers called “Home” The competitive team’s recent receiving the Showmanship Award; 7 trip proved to be a new challenge, of 18 dances receiving First Place in with 16 other dance studios and 500+ age and Category competitions; fellow competitors in attendance, - Dandy receiving the “Fabulous keeping competition Focus” award for her intense. The local dancsolo performance; ers rose beautifully to - Jazz trio with the occasion, coming Dandy, Johnson, and home with their hands Lalond placing fifth full of hardware. overall in teen duets and The 14-person team trios; includes students from - Contemporary trio around Grayling and with Helinski, Johnson, Roscommon, with ages and Lalond placing ranging from 7-18. They fourth overall in teen performed 18 pieces, duets and trios; Lexi D'Amour preparall choreographed by - “Omen”, a cutting ing to compete with Jillian Tremonti Engeledge jazz heels dance Blue Ocean Floor, a hardt, with some being placing 9th place overcontemporary piece choco-choreographed by all; and reographed in memory the students themselves. of Engelhardt's brother, - Large group jazz Team members include: who passed from meladance “We Found Love” noma in February of Emily Barlick of receiving the Sassy 2018. Grayling, 15; Lexi Style award; all pieces D’Amour of Grayling, 13; Jade receiving golds, high golds, or platiDandy of Grayling, 15; Juniper num awards based on a point-merit Dideriksen of Grayling, 10; Kyra system. Emmons of Grayling, 10; Gabby “I’m ridiculously proud to see Helinski of Grayling, 13; Holly the teams hard work and dedication Holcomb of Grayling, 14; Sarah be recognized,” said Team Director Holcomb of Grayling, 18; Lily Huck Tremonti-Engelhardt. “These are of Roscommon, 7; Allyson Johnson dancers who are going above and of Grayling, 14; Emma Kucharek beyond in their technique classes at of Grayling, 9; Emma Lalond of the studio and are working together Grayling, 16; Addison Schreiner of to reach multiple goals. It’s thrilling Grayling, 9; Molly Wright of Grayto see these students begin to reap the ling, 10. rewards that they have been working Highlights from the event include: so hard towards.” - S. Holcomb, Lalond, Helinski, The competition team will be and Johnson being invited to parrefining their performances even ticipate in a national performance more throughout April with the misprogram, opening for Hall of Fame’s sion of competing at Groove Dance national dance challenge in various Competition in Waterford the beginlocations throughout the summer; ning of May. This will be the first - “Problem’ with Emmons, time AuSable Dance Center attends Schreiner, and Wright receiving the Groove in their 8-year existence.
(Above) Molly Wright, Addison Schreiner, Juniper Dideriksen, Kyra Emmons, and Emma Kucharek awaiting the awards ceremony to being. (Left) Jillian Tremonti Engelhardt, Director and Owner, giving last minute instructions to Kyra Emmons with Molly Wright looking on. (Below) Teen & Senior dancers heading backstage to perform a lyrical piece titled "Yellow", for which they won a costume award. Tremonti Engelhardt hand dyed and individually sewed accents on each costume to achieve final look.
All photos are courtesy of Hall of Fame Dance Challenge.
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Grayling Chamber holds
GRAYLING - The Grayling Area Chamber of Commerce recently held its 2018 Awards Diner. The event is designed to honor the businesses and volunteers of the Grayling area for their efforts in building and promoting the community. Winners included • 2018 GRAYLING CHAMBER MEMBER BUSINESS OF THE YEAR - Matt LaFontaine Automotive • 2018 GRAYLING CHAMBER MEMBER ORGANIZATION OF THE YEAR - Crawford County Commission on Aging & Senior Center • 2018 LONGEVITY AWARD (New Award) - Flowers by Josie/ Thanks A Latte • 2018 YOU MADE IT HAPPEN - Grayling Youth Booster Club • 2018 CITIZEN OF THE YEAR - Kirk Wakefield
The lad 2018 You Made It Happen – Grayling Youth Booster Club (Pictured l-r) 2017 Award Recipient representative/presenter Erin Krabill with Grayling Viking Pantry, 2018 You Made it Happen Award Recipient Grayling Youth Booster Club (Chelsea Partello & Sara Cook), and Award Sponsor Matt LaFontaine Automotive (Christine & Matt LaFontaine).
Al Bondar & Diane Chamberlin of Dharma Records performing during event
A capacity crowd attended the event.
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s annual awards dinner
dies from the Grayling Promotional Association are pictured at the photo booth. (Left) 2018 Chamber Member Organization of the Year – Crawford County Commission on Aging & Senior Center –2017 Award Recipient representative/Presenter Ingunn Hraunfjord of Grayling Promotional Association, Award Sponsor representative Rose Matheney of Grayling Promotional Association, and 2018 Organization of the Year Award Recipient Crawford County Commission on Aging & Senior Center Director Alice Snyder and staff/board.
Participants had fun at the photo booth
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GPA News - Spring is around the corner GPA News By Betty Bennett
Don’t know about you – but I’m looking for a change in the weather. It’s got to show up – it does every year. So – why not now? My snow blower has run out of places to put the snow – when there is a warmer day the melt comes into my garage and then when it gets cold it turns to ice. I must be careful even getting into my car. That’s just wrong!!! I think there’s a new garage floor in my future. Did you attend the Chamber of Commerce Awards Dinner? If not – you missed a great occasion. GPA was there – a lot of us. We had a great time. At least 200 people in attendance. Many dressed in 1920’s era costume. It was wonderful. Lots of ladies in headbands, beads, and fringe. The men too – some great looking costumes to match their wives and/or girl friends. As usual the food was excellent – and we had cheesecake for dessert – one of my favorites. The Awards program was very well done, and all the winners were deserving. Its amazing how many were nominated for every award. It shows how many people work hard in our
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community to make it the best it can be. My congratulations to all who were nominated. If you didn’t go this year – think about attending next year. Its worth it – and you’ll enjoy the evening. GPA is busy. First – Pictionary. One of the best nights in Grayling. It takes place on Friday, April 26th at the Eagles in Grayling. There will be up to 25 teams trying for First Place! The Eagles makes adult beverages and hotdogs and fries available. Our charity this year is River House Shelter. We ask that if possible, all teams bring a donation to the charity. We’ve done well for the many charities we’ve given to in the past. As usual – Grayling has a big heart. We think it’s the most fun evening of the year. I’ve been on the GPA team for 30 years – but I’ve retired. We’ve got a good team with one new player and 3 that are experienced. Should be fun. Maybe this will be our year – we’ve never won 1st place! John Jones (our MC) doesn’t play favorites – and the Judges are tough. Trophies are given out to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place teams – as well as the “Haven’t Got A Clue” Trophy to the last place team. First Place also wins a $100 Gift Card to Gray Rock Restaurant – to be shared with the team. Not a bad goal to set! Just ask someone from GPA how to sign up your team. Then in May comes the GPA Fashion Show at Kirtland Community College. The date is Saturday, May 19. We’ll have vendors and a silent Auc-
tion with donated articles that will be available in the lobby, so you’ll want to come early so you have time to browse. We have some new people this year and some old favorites that always have wonderful items to bid on. Wouldn’t a ticket to the Fashion Show make a wonderful Mother’s Day Gift – and its the Sunday prior to the show. Wouldn’t your Mom or Aunt, or daughter love to join you in a wonderful afternoon – with lunch and shopping at the show? Of course, they would. Contact any GPA member for tickets. There will also be several shops around town where you can buy them. Wherever you see the Fashion Show advertised. I’ve been reading in the papers about two other new and exciting things happening in our town. First, Hanson Hills is getting a make-over at the Ski Lodge. This must be ready for the big event out there this spring that I understand will be covered by national TV. I don’t have a lot of info on this – but I’m sure there will be more the closer it gets. Then there’s the news about the old building at Hartwick Pines getting a makeover. That will be a very special project. If you’re a more mature adult, you’ll remember the old building as the first place you saw when going into the park. We are so fortunate to have a State Park in our back yard and its such a beautiful place to visit – as well as being a big part of Michigan history. I hope we can see the results of this
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effort very soon. Have you seen what’s happening at “The Duck Pond” I know there’s no pond – but it’s a cute name for the condo’s going up in town. I’ve talked with the owners and they are anxious for good weather. There will be landscaping around the outside and the entire project is a real asset to the downtown. We need more places for people to live in our city! Well, the sun has come out and it looks like maybe I can try to sweep out the garage if I get out there today. Wish me luck – and maybe we’ll have more of these days soon. Talk again in May!
Rain Gardens on tap
PRUDENVILLE - Gloria Kershaw, Master Gardener of the Sunrise Side Master Gardener Association (SSMGA), will present Rain Gardens during the Kirtland Garden Club meeting on Monday, April 15 beginning at noon the Houghton Lake Public Library in Prudenville. Rain gardens help protect our nearby water bodies by filtering and soaking water back into the ground. Do you have a trouble spot in your yard where water collects or flows
out into the street? A simple, lowmaintenance rain garden can capture much of the runoff. Learn how you can mimic nature’s effects and grow a beautiful garden at the same time. This presentation is offered to Kirtland Garden Club members and their guests, as well as the public and prospective members. The April business meeting will follow Rain Gardens. Please RSVP to Nancy 989-4226017 if you have not done so already.
Announcement
NEW COMMANDER - The Michigan State Police (MSP) announced that Lt. Jason Nemecek is returning to the Gaylord Post, this time as the post commander. Nemecek graduated from Manistee High School in 1996 and from West Shore Community College in 1999. He continued his education, achieving his bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice Administration from Columbia Southern University. Prior to joining the MSP, he worked for the Ludington and Grand Rapids Police Departments. He was hired by MSP in 2004 and is a graduate the 120th Trooper Recruit School.
Gildner - Getyina wed Nicole Gildner and Erik Getyina were married at their home in Grayling on March 17, 2019. The couple celebrated this day with family, friends and their children: Austin, Getyina, Gabe, Nate, Anna, Josh Van Ort, Hayley Brown and RaeAnna.
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Foundation announces 16k in youth grants The North Central Michigan Community Foundation’s Youth Advisory Councils (YAC) are sending $16,000 in new grants back into Crawford, Ogemaw and Oscoda Counties for youth programs benefiting their peers and their communities. The North Central Michigan Community Foundation (NCMCF) Board of Trustees approved the Youth Advisory Council’s 16 grant award recommendations, totaling $16,097, on February 19, 2019. Grants awarded include: • $4,397 through three grants to West Branch-Rose City Schools to repair and replace instruments and for storage for the Surline Middle School and Ogemaw Heights High School music program, and for a Visual Arts program; • $4,250 to Northern Michigan Children’s Assessment Center for training support and outreach to strengthen the specialized training needed for staff to best serve vulner-
able children through their Child Advocacy Center work; • $2,500 to Iosco County Coats for Kids to purchase winter coats and gloves for children in Ogemaw County; • $1,875 to Ronald McDonald House of Western Michigan to support travel and lodging expenses for families from Crawford, Ogemaw and Oscoda Counties who need to utilize the organization’s hospitality services while children are being treated in Grand Rapids; • $1,511 to Ana’s Treasures for the Foster Family Support project; • $500 to Ogemaw Kids Club to support operating expenses; • $400 to His Love Family Resources for the Operation Christmas Shoppe project; • $255 to Mio AuSable Schools to purchase young adult literature for classroom libraries; • $209 to District Health Department No. 10 for the “Neighborhood
Connections” program, which provides basic human needs items to low-income families; and • $200 to Crawford Roscommon Child Protection Council for the “Circle of Parents in Crawford County” program, a peer parenting advice and support network. The North Central Michigan Community Foundation Youth Advisory Council is a group of young people ages 12 to 21 from Crawford, Ogemaw and Oscoda Counties. The next deadline for grant opportunities through NCMCF is with the Community Impact Grant program. Applications are due June 30, 2019. For info call 877-354-6881.
Rosczyk to start new column Spouting Off By John Rosczyk Hello Readers. I have asked Mark for a shot at "Spouting Off." So here goes. The name is John Rosczyk, age 71, and wanting a chance at a Pulitzer Prize or maybe it's a shot at writing real news. Anyway, I have always had a good, warm feeling for Walter Mitty. If I last past the first round it is my desire to write about ideas and suggestions received from you-my Readers. My wife has pledged at least once to admit being a reader and to submit a request for the next time (if Mark says there is a next time). After that, it may require the old paper bag over the head to admit to such an act. A little bit about myself. I grew up on a couple of different farms near Fennville, MI, and very close to Lake Michigan. Early life included 5 years attending a one room school house as a little "Darlings." Seriously, the school was named "Darling School."
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From there I advanced to Fennville Public Schools in Fennville-a town and school very similar to Roscommon. Then seven years at the University of Michigan with a B.A. in political science and a law degree led to 7 years in Lansing as a law clerk and practicing attorney. A desire to move north with my lovely wife Deborah, also a UM grad and elementary school teacher, brought us to Roscommon and a family, Rachel and Jeff. Our lives in the north country have been extraordinary with friends made, family, a variety of professional experiences in law, insurance, government, education, and as community volunteers. I trust that I can share some humor, life experiences, and maybe a little philosophy, stories both inspiring as well as sad, and insights. Well Mark, the intro was easy as you said it would be. Here's hoping next time is as easy and just as much fun. Take care.
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Obituaries & Death Notices Ruby Babcock
Ruby Babcock of Roscommon, Michigan, passed away in Bradenton, Florida, on Thursday, March 14, 2019, after a long battle with health issues. She was born on September 23, 1937, in Lansing, Michigan, to the late Charles (Mick) and Melba Fleck and was one of 12 children. The family moved from Lansing following their father’s unexpected death when Ruby was a teenager to Alpena, Michigan, to be nearer to family. The older children all went to work to help with the finances. During this time, Ruby happened to attend a dance in Cummings, MI, where she met the son of the square dance caller, who ended up being her beloved husband Don of over 62 years. Ruby became the first female school bus driver in the GerrishHiggins school district and drove school bus for 32 years before retiring. She loved music and dancing, running, walking, working out, cooking, traveling, Tiger baseball, Red Wings hockey, hummingbirds, cuddling her babies, grand babies and great-grand babies, and spending the winters in Florida. Ruby will be remembered as a devoted wife, an exceptional mother, as well as a loving grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. Ruby often said what a wonderful, full life she had lived, and her family and friends will agree that their lives were better for her being in it. Surviving are her loving and devoted husband of 62 years, Donald; children, Debbie Cline (Alger) Brohman, MI, Donnie Babcock (Diane) Roscommon, MI, Eddie Babcock (Denise) Roscommon, MI; grandchildren, Angela (Kevin) Gronso, Dustin Babcock, Jim Wahl (Heather), Amanda Villarreal (Israel), Danielle Patterson (Sean), Warren Wahl (Ashley), and Deanna Babcock; treasured great-grandchildren Devyn Fiebelkorn, Grace Gronso, Delaney
Fiebelkorn, Vance Wahl, Emma Gronso, Isabel Wahl, Penelope Patterson, Nora Villarreal, Molly Patterson, Isabel Villarreal and Wilson Wahl; brothers and sisters, the late Dan Fleck (Patti), Shirley LaBrecque (Bob dec.), Beverly Spleet (Bob), Raymond Fleck (Marie), Marva Ziesman (Wilbur dec.), Alan Fleck (Nancy), James Fleck, Joseph Fleck, Linda Cusick (John dec.), and Sharon Bruce as well as beloved in-laws of the late Elizabeth Babcock, Shirley Henry (Donald dec.), Walton Babcock (Dora Jean, dec.), Yvonne Winter (Ben, dec.), the late Phyllis Pfaff (Willard) Alice Paepke (John), Susanne North (Grover, dec.), Marjorie Mischley (Joe, dec.), Dorothy Boehm (Larry), the late John Babcock, Mary McGillis (Jack, dec.), Charlie Babcock, Ruth Billsby (Doug) as well and many nieces and nephews. Family and friends will gather on Saturday, May 18, 2019 from 5:00-7:00 PM at Wagner and Walsh Funeral Directors, 143 Lake Street, Roscommon, Michigan 48653. The Memorial Service will be held on Sunday, May 19, 2019 at 2:00 PM with an hour of gathering prior to the service, also at Wagner and Walsh Funeral Directors. For those that wish to remember Ruby with a memorial contribution, donations may be made to Tidewell Hospice of Bradenton, Florida. Arrangements were entrusted to Wagner and Walsh Funeral Directors. Please share a memory or a message online at wagnerfunerals.com.
George Maroney
George Thomas Maroney, age 84, of Roscommon, died peacefully on Monday, March 11, 2019 at The Horizon in St. Helen, Michigan in the presence and comfort of his family. George was born June 28, 1934 in Ellsworth, Pennsylvania, the son of John and Myrtle (Dixon) Maroney. He married MaryLu Geiger in Traverse City, Michigan on July 30, 1965.
George served in the Coast Guard for 23 years as an aviation mechanic, having retired in 1976 as a Senior Chief. George and his family moved to Roscommon in 1978 and started working for Kirtland Community College running their aviation program until his retirement. George enjoyed doing anything pertaining to aviation. He gave well over 1000 children their first airplane ride under the Young Eagles Program. George loved taking his grandkids camping and spending time with family and friends. George will be greatly missed by family and friends. He is survived by his beloved wife MaryLu; his children: Yolanda Treece of California, Kenneth Maroney of Scottsdale, Arizona, Michelle Maroney of Prudenville, Michigan, Jeffrey (Kammy) Maroney of West Branch, Michigan; his fourteen grandchildren; his fourteen greatgrandchildren; his brother William Maroney of Cleveland, Ohio; and many nieces, a nephew, cousins, and friends. George is preceded in death by his parents, brother Guy Robert Maroney. Family and friends will gather for a Memorial Service with military honors at 11:00 AM, Saturday, May 25, 2019 at Wagner and Walsh Funeral Directors, 143 Lake Street, Roscommon, Michigan 48653. The family prefers memorial contributions be made in George’s memory to Compassus Hospice, 3217 West M-55, Suite B, West Branch, Michigan 48661. Arrangements have been entrusted to Wagner and Walsh Funeral Directors, Roscommon. Please share a memory or a message online at wagnerfunerals.com
Gladys P. Stolte
Gladys Pearl (Scott) Stolte, age 68 of Rogers City, formerly of Comins, MI, passed away at home March 19, 2019.
James C. Hicks
James Hicks, formerly of Mio, Michigan, passed away at the University of Michigan Hospital in Ann Arbor, Michigan on Friday, March 8, 2019.
Dennis Arthur "Art" O'Dell
Art O’Dell began celebrating in heaven on March 15, 2019 while his immediate family was gathered near him. He was born October 4, 1941.
Lorraine B. Schwabe
Lorraine Barbara Schwabe, age 86, of Milford, MI, formerly of McKinley, passed away Monday, March 11, 2019.
Lorrie Jane Lab
Lorrie Jane Lab, age 61 of Mio, Michigan, passed away at her home on Tuesday, March 5, 2019.
Georgia ‘Sally’ Shantz
Georgia Mary Shantz "Sally", age 90, of Comins, Michigan, passed away on the morning of March 5, 2019. She was born on November 12, 1928.
Mary Angie Rushlow
Mary Angie Rushlow, age 70, of Mio, MI, formerly of Rose City, MI passed away Saturday, March 2, 2019,
Ramon C. Ballard
Ramon Charles Ballard, age 88, of Luzerne, MI, passed away Thursday, February 28, 2019 at his home.
Shirley Ann Costello
Shirley Ann Costello, age 75, of Mio, MI, dear wife of Raymond Costello, passed away Monday, February 25, 2019 at her home.
Lawrence LeRoy Frank
Lawrence LeRoy Frank, 77, of Houghton Lake passed away on Wednesday March 13, 2019 at home. Condolences can be sent to the family online at www.christlerholdship.com
William Edward Gerald Ellixson
William Edward Gerald Ellixson, 59, of Higgins Lake passed away on Saturday March 16, 2019 at home. Memorial Services for William Edward Gerald Ellixson will be conducted at a later date from St. Elizabeth Episcopal Church, Higgins Lake. Interment will be in Gerrish Township Cemetery. Memorial contributions in memory of William are asked to be directed to St. Elizabeth Episcopal Church. Christler Funeral Home, Houghton Lake Chapel is serving the family. Condolences can be sent to the family online at www. christler-holdship.com.
James Lee ‘Jim’ Martin
James Lee “Jim” Martin, age 88 of Roscommon, died peacefully on Tuesday, March 19, 2019, in his
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Sherman L. Atkins, age 57, of Roscommon, died peacefully on Friday, March 22, 2019, in Roscommon in the comfort of his family. Arrangements have been entrusted to Wagner and Walsh Funeral Directors, Roscommon. Please share a memory or a message online at wagnerfunerals.com
Henry Earl Farrier
The Reverend Doctor Donald G. Fishel, 81, of Dillsburg, passed away Monday, March 18, 2019, at the Holy Spirit Hospital, Camp Hill. He was born April 10, 1937, in Dillsburg to the late Lloyd W. and Dorothy G. (Pieffer) Fishel. Donald is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Mary E. (Rickabaugh) Fishel who was the love of his life; one son, Joseph E. Fishel and his wife Malinda of Sacramento, CA; one daughter, Wendy Sue Knepp and her husband Bradley of Wildomar, CA; three grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; one sister, Dolores Kirkland of Carlisle; one brother, Daniel G. Fishel of Roscommon, MI. Don was preceded in death by his brother Douglas. Don graduated from Northern Joint High School, class of 1955. He served his country in the U.S. Army for three years. Serving in Germany, Don graduated from the 7th Army NCO Academy in Munich. Returning from the academy, Don continued his duties as Sergeant in charge of the Combat Command Dispensary. After completing his three year tour of duty, Don and his wife Mary returned to Dillsburg. Don felt a call from God to enter the full time ministry. After receiving his call to ministry, it became necessary for Don to go to college. He graduated from Messiah College with a BA degree, a Masters degree from Wesley Theological Seminary in Dayton, OH and received his Doctorate from United Theological Seminary in Dayton, OH. Don served the following congregation; Mt. Zion United Methodist Church in Dillsburg, Dover-Maytown Charge, Cabin John United Methodist Church in Maryland, McConnellstown United Methodist Church, St. Andres United Methodist Church in Valley View, Peace Church in Waynesboro, Lohr's United Methodist Church in Hanover, East Prospect United Methodist Church from which he retired in ministry after 35 years with the United Methodist Church. Following retirement, Don served as National Chaplain for the Holiday Rambler's National Travel Club for seven years. Don was a member of the Central Pennsylvania Conference of the United Methodist Church and also became a 50 year member of the Eureka West Shore Lodge #302 F. & A.M. and the Scottish Rite of Harrisburg. Memorial contributions can be made to the Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 641, Dillsburg, PA 17019 or the Alzheimer's Assoc., 2595 Interstate Dr., Ste. 100, Harrisburg, PA 17110.
Henry Earl Farrier, 66, of Houghton Lake passed away on Tuesday March 5, 2019 at home. Condolences can be sent to the family online at www.christlerholdship.com
Ladonna Sue Nausedas
Ladonna Sue Nausedas, age 54 of Houghton Lake passed away on Friday March 8, 2019 at Heartland Hampton in Bay City surrounded by her loving family. Condolences can be sent to the family online at www.christlerholdship.com
Jesse Carlson
Jesse M. Carlson, age 64, of Roscommon, died peacefully on Sunday, March 10, 2019 at The Brook of Roscommon. Jesse was born June 25, 1954 in West Branch, Michigan, the son of John Edward and Helen Frances (Brooks) Carlson, of whom both preceded Jesse in death. He married Kathleen PardoCarlson on March 3, 2007 in Roscommon, Michigan. Jesse drove school bus for the GerrishHiggins School District for over 20 years. He was one of the voices on the radio show on WRDS The Lighthouse. Jesse had been on the Village Council, serving various positions including president. He was a meat cutter, having worked at a variety of stores with Sav-a-Lot in Grayling being most recent. Uncle Jesse will be greatly missed by family and friends. He is survived by his beloved wife Kathy; his children: Chelle Warnars of Roscommon, James “Jay” Mobarak Jr. of Roscommon, Doreen (David) McGrath of Grand Rapids, Jolene Horning of Bellville; his five grandchildren; and many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. The family prefers memorial contributions be made in Jesse’s memory to Roscommon Zoo, 6327 M-18, Roscommon, Michigan 48653. Arrangements have been entrusted to Wagner and Walsh Funeral Directors, Roscommon. Please share a memory or a message online at wagnerfunerals.com
Donald G. Fishel
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SNOW RIDER – Neal Colley is pictured with his dog, Scottie, during a recent ride.
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Keeping rivers clear of a small invader
By Colby Chilcote Marketing Director, Huron Pines NORTHEAST MICHIGAN - One very small snail is causing huge concern to the health of our region’s fresh water. Averaging less than 1/8 of an inch long, the New Zealand mudsnail may seem like a minor problem, but it could have a major impact on native fish populations. “Mudsnails can drastically alter the food web to negatively impact important fisheries such as trout,” explained Shelby Bauer, Stewardship Team Lead with Huron Pines. “They reproduce rapidly and compete with native species like the caddisfly.” According to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) a single female can create a colony of 40 million snails over the course of a year. The New Zealand mudsnail has been identified in the Au Sable, Boardman and Pere Marquette Rivers in recent years. “Detection and prevention are the first steps to
controlling the spread” Bauer said. “Huron Pines surveyed sections of river across six waterways last summer and found no sign of the mudsnails. We have plans to continue our survey this summer.” Huron Pines and other conserva-
tion organizations are also working on educating people about how to prevent the spread of New Zealand mudsnails by properly decontaminating boots, boats and other fishing and paddling gear. Funding to support the detection and prevention of New
Zealand mudsnails is provided by the Michigan Invasive Species Grant Program. Here’s how you can help Thoroughly clean and disinfect your outdoor gear when you get out of the water to keep from transporting the snail from one location to another. Snails can live for many days out of water so inspect your gear inside and out. 1). Use a stiff brush to remove mud and visible snails from wading shoes, waders, boats, anchors, ropes and landing nets. 2). You can also soak equipment in full-strength Formula 409 cleaner for a minimum of 10 minutes to kill snails. 3). Once your gear has soaked, rinse it with clean water and allow it to dry before transporting it. Report any New Zealand mudsnail sightings The Michigan DNR has requested that New Zealand mudsnail sightings See INVADER on page 5B
Tawas Point Native Plant Sale returns EAST TAWAS - Be there to see, learn about, and buy native plants for your home or business at this special event being held near the Tawas Point Lighthouse lawn, under the tents, on Saturday, May 18. The event begins at 10 a.m. and runs until 4 p.m., or until plant supplies are exhausted, whichever comes first. Come early to get the best selections! “There will be a good variety of plants for sun, shade, partial sun/ shade, plants that like different soil types and moisture levels, and those blooms of interest for all seasons. All plants in the sale are perennials grown by Wild Type Nursery,” said Organizer, Sunrise Side Master Gardener, and Friends
Board member, Gloria Kershaw. She also pointed out all plants will be Michigan grown and Michigan genotypes. Most plants will be 2” pots for only $3.00; a few 2” pots for $5.00, and some gallon pots will also be available. Payment may be made by cash, check or credit card via PayPal. Sunrise Side Master Gardeners will be present to answer your questions, help with your selections, etc. A list of plants will be available on our Facebook page: Friends of Tawas Point Lighthouse and State Park or by email request at gkerwalle@charter.net Native plants have co-evolved See PLANT on page 5B
Artisan Village welcomes new artist
Artist Gary Anthony’s popular bracelets – such as this one, in sterling silver and sea glass – are now available at the AuSable Artisan Village retail shop at 219 Michigan Avenue in Grayling. The shop, which is operated seven days a week by a completely volunteer staff, is open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.
GRAYLING - The AuSable Artisan Village welcomes new artist Gary Anthony, a coppersmith and jeweler from Roscommon. “I suppose I’ve always been an artist,” said Anthony, who grew up in southeast Michigan. “I was fortunate enough to attend Interlochen Arts Academy for three years, where I majored in music but then later
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turned to visual arts and metalwork, graduating in 1981.” At Interlochen, he won a National Scholastic Achievement gold medal in metalsmithing for a copper bowl with a fabricated base that he still has. Because he also had an interest in science, he studied medical technology for two years at Michigan
Tech, “but then I decided it wasn’t for me,” he said. So, in 1985, Anthony returned to his love of jewelry making and metalsmithing, starting to hone his skills through an informal apprenticeship at a jewelry store in Birmingham, Michigan. He later moved to California for ten years and then to Kauai, Hawaii, for 12 years. There he discovered a love for sea glass and began integrating it into his creations. He returned to Michigan in 2012 to be closer to his parents, who still live downstate. He chose Roscommon as his new home base because “my grandmother had a log cabin on the river that we visited in the ‘60s and ‘70s. I’ve always loved the AuSable River, and I wanted to live there.” He bought a house on the South Branch and works out of his home studio. “As a jeweler it takes years to acquire all the equipment you need,” said Anthony. “I finally have everything, and with my studio in my house, I have enough space to spread out. I also like working at home because creativity can strike at any time, and I can capitalize on those times when I’m feeling creative.” In addition to his jewelry creations, Anthony has expanded his metalwork into copper fish sculptures. Inspired by the flora and fauna of northern Michigan, he creates wall hangings of salmon and
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trout as well as embossed copper plates of grayling, morels and eagle feathers suspended in birch twig frames. Anthony’s works are now on sale in the AAV retail shop at 219 Michigan Avenue in downtown Grayling. Winter-spring hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. seven days a week. Shoppers can find a wide variety of art and crafts – including photographs, paintings, drawings, sculptures, jewelry, metal works, fiber arts and pottery – at the shop. GREAT NORTHERN ART EXPLOSION Watch for detailed information on the Great Northern Art Explosion, running July 19 to August 3 and sponsored by the Artisan Village and Paddle Hard Brewing. Downtown Grayling will become an art gallery during 15 days of public voting for a people’s choice award and eight juried category awards. The call for artists is out now, with May 31 the deadline for submissions. The entry fee is $15 for members of the Artisan Village, Main Branch Gallery and Lumberyard Shoppes and $30 for non-members. For more information and to enter, go to www.aavart.org/call-for-entries. html. PERFORMANCES All regularly-scheduled performances are held at 7 p.m. on the second Thursday of each month, with See ARTISAN on page 3B
Looking forward to what spring will bring Toad's Stool
By Warren Stutesman Hello friends and what a great month April is looking to be. I am sure looking forward to a long and hopefully plentiful mushrooming season. Fresh fish and fresh mushrooms just seem like a fitting reward after a wintertime of being inside too much. My long-lost feathered friends that went on vacation last fall started arriving back home in the middle of March. Was I ever glad to see their happy smiles when they saw the bountiful spread awaiting them on my front porch. Besides the standard sunflower seeds and suet cakes I like to give them peanuts, thistle, safflower and
millet. It is good though to remember that several birds like to eat fruit so maybe place an orange half or some grape jelly out for the orioles. Many birds such as the blue bird love to eat meal worms and other insect feed. Also, Raisins, Currants, Dried Cranberries, Cherries, Blueberries, etc.: Will attract mockingbirds, bluebirds, catbirds, brown thrashers and waxwings among others. If you have not already done so it is time to make sure that all the bird houses are clean and in good repair. You don’t want to miss out on that nesting of bluebirds just because you forgot to clean the box. Fishing for pan fish I believe should be great this spring. With all the snow and rain the water levels should be high enough to make sure all the lakes are full to the top. Crappie are one of my favorites and they spawn in May and June
when water temperatures are in the mid 60’s. Bluegill prefer upper 60’s before they start to spawn and are usually in much shallower water but things such as water clarity and shading from trees effect spawning also. Turkey season starts April 22 and continues thru May 31 with dates varying depending on area you are in. Please remember that these hunters are in the woods and to try and give them wide enough areas to hunt in with safety and to not disturb the birds in the area. I do try to avoid walking or mushrooming in areas that I know area being used by turkey hunters but sometimes our hunts do overlap. At such times we each need to acknowledge the rights of the others, smile and move on. I guess that there is no argument that it’s too early to plant the garden
but is it ever too early to start it in the house? Maybe it is still too early but for those of us that are anxious to get going we need to just plant something. We have poured over the gardening magazines until the pages are wore and loose, we have changed our minds a dozen times about which tomato to grow this year and then bought our seed and it has arrived. Now what are we supposed to do, wait until May to plant these new seeds of ours? Nope not the diehard gardener we just go ahead and plant now. We can always transplant to the garden, later right? Then there is always the friendly competition to see who can have the earliest ripe tomatoes. Well I don’t want to overstay my welcome so until next month take care and may God Bless your gardens with abundance
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cont. from page 2B concerts presented in April and June and the comedy improv team, Gits & Shiggles, appearing in May. Performances are free to the public although donations are welcome. CLASSES Plans are in the works for children’s summer classes (running June
24-August 15), and the gallery staff always welcomes ideas for classes and instructors. Contact Kathy Ellison at 810-252-5742 or go to www.aavart.org/classes.html to find relevant forms: “Submit idea for a class you’d like to take” and “Interested in teaching a class for us?” MEMBERSHIPS Memberships for 2019 are still
available. Prices are $20 for individuals and $35 for families, and they run through December 31, 2019. Memberships can be paid at www. aavart.org/membership.html using PayPal or a credit card, or forms can be picked up at the AAV any time. Membership benefits include a 5% discount on gallery purchases and invitations to members-only events. Extra Mile donors (with donations
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starting at $120) are recognized with personalized plaques displayed prominently in the gallery. “Donors can know they are supporting the arts in our community and the AAV’s mission to support art and cultural activities that enrich lives, stimulate creativity and serve as a catalyst for artistic excellence throughout Northern Michigan,” said Ruth Hankins, assistant director.
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What did the tree say to spring? What a re-leaf. When do monkeys fall from the sky? During Ape-ril showers! Can February March? No, but April May! Why is everyone so tired on April 1? Because they’ve just finished a long, 31 day March! What kind of currency do aliens use? Starbucks What do you get when you cross an airplane with a magician? A flying sorcerer. What do you get when you dump your Easter Eggs on a hill? A spring roll! Q: If April showers bring May flowers, what do May flowers bring? A: Pilgrims! A few old couples used to get together to talk about life and to have a good time. One day one of the
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men, Harry, started talking about this fantastic restaurant he went to the other night with his wife. “Really?”, one of the men said, what’s it called? After thinking for a few seconds the Harry said, “what are those good smelling flowers called again?” “Do you mean a rose? the first man questioned. “Yes that’s it,” he exclaimed. Looking over at his wife he said, “Rose what’s that restaurant we went to the other night?”
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It was during a heat wave in August one summer when I saw this sign on a telephone pole. “Garage sale this Sunday 7AM until 100 degrees.” A woman has twins and gives them up for adoption. One of them goes to a family in Egypt and is named “Ahmal.” The other goes to a family in Spain; they name him “Juan.” Years later, Juan sends a picture of himself to his birth mother. Upon receiving the picture, she tells her husband that she wishes she also had a picture of Ahmal. Her husband responds, They’re twins! If you’ve seen Juan, you’ve seen Ahmal.”
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Crowd pleasing Easter brunch (Family Features) Find ingredients for these recipes at ALDI, which offers high-quality, fresh and affordable foods to help you put together a vibrant spread. Find additional recipes at ALDI.us.
Spiral Ham with Red Wine and Citrus Glaze
Recipe courtesy of Rebecca Gallop (@ adailysomething) on behalf of ALDI
Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 10-12 minutes per pound of ham Ham: 1 Appleton Farms Spiral Cut Double Glazed Brown Sugar Ham (about 4 pounds), reserving liquid Glaze: 1/2 cup Intermingle Red Blend wine 1/4 cup Nature’s Nectar orange juice 1/4 cup Specially Selected 100% Pure Maple Syrup 1/2 cup Simply Nature Organic Light Brown Sugar 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
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1 dash salt 2 tablespoons Burman’s Dijon Mustard To make ham: Heat oven to 325 F. Place ham in roasting pan on rack. Pour reserved liquid over ham and cover tightly with foil. Bake 10-12 minutes per pound. To make glaze: In small pan, combine wine, orange juice, syrup, brown sugar, rosemary and salt. Heat to boil then lower to rapid simmer until mixture begins to thicken and reduce, about 10 minutes, stirring frequently. Remove from heat and whisk in mustard. When ham is 10 minutes from being done, remove from oven and increase temperature to 400 F. Remove foil and brush ham thoroughly with glaze. Place ham back in oven, uncovered, about 10 min., or until ham reaches internal temperature of 140 F. Remove ham from oven and let sit 10 minutes. Slice and serve.
Mini Blueberry Chocolate Tart
Recipe courtesy of Chef Michelle, ALDI Test Kitchen
Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 17 minutes Servings: 12 1 Bake House Creations Pie Crust 1 1/2 tablespoons Sweet Additions Stevia No Calorie Sweetener 1 cup fresh blueberries 1Choceur Dark Chocolate Bar (2.64 ounces), chopped Heat oven to 400 F. Cut 1-2 sheets of parchment paper into 5-by-5-inch squares. Line each cup of 12-cup muffin pan with one square of parchment paper. Roll out pie crust and cut 12 circles, 2 inches each, with cookie cutter. Press each circle into lined muffin cup. In medium bowl, combine sweetener, blueberries and chocolate. Divide mixture among pie crusts. Bake 17 minutes until chocolate melts. Allow to cool and serve.
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cont. from page 1B be reported to Lucas Nathan, DNR nathanl@michigan.gov, 517-2846235 or Bill Keiper, DEQ keiperw@ michigan.gov. If possible, include one or more photos of the mudsnail. Also make note of the location, date and time of the observation. Because of their size, New Zealand mudsnails can be difficult to identify. But you can check for the following criteria. 1). Average of 1/8 inch long 2). 5‐6 whorls on the shell
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cont. from page 1B with our native birds, bees, insects and animals. They thrive in local areas and require less human inputs. Their long roots help rainwater soak into ground quickly, and their filtering ability helps protect our rivers and lakes from pollution. Native plants also replenish groundwater and create beautiful landscapes throughout seasons and provide food and shelter for birds, butterflies and beneficial insects. Native plants give us a direct connection to nature and to place. The fundraising and awareness event originated through a partnership between the Sunrise Side Master Gardeners and the Friends of Tawas Point Lighthouse and State Park, where Friends Board member,
3). Shell color variation from light brown to black Huron Pines is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization established in 1973 to protect, restore and conserve Michigan’s natural resources. Our work across Northeast Michigan’s forests, lakes and streams improves economic, environmental, educational and recreational opportunities in communities throughout our region. We know that healthy water, protected places and vibrant communities make this region special. Preserving and protecting those elements is what drives us. To learn more, visit huronpines.org. Gloria Kershaw, had volunteered to do a restoration project near the lighthouse in 2017. Proceeds will help fund the ongoing Native Plant Projects and other special projects at Tawas Point State Park and Lighthouse. The Friends group is a welcoming 501(c)3 non-profit organization established to assist the Tawas Point Lighthouse and State Park. We invite you, your family, friends, and businesses to join us to preserve this special place called Tawas Point. Like us on Facebook at Friends of Tawas Point Lighthouse and State Park to learn more about exciting state park and lighthouse events, our website at www. tawaslighthousefriends.com or at info@tawaslighthousefriends.com A DNR Recreation Passport for your vehicle is required to enter all Michigan State Parks.
ROSCOMMON YOUTH HONORED - Dane Smitz (center) of Roscommon High School was honored as a recipient of the Michigan High School Athletic Association’s Scholar-Athlete Award at the 2019 MHSAA Boys Basketball Finals at the Jack Breslin Student Events Center in East Lansing on March 16. Shown with Smitz are (from left): Don Simon, chief executive officer for Farm Bureau Insurance, and Mark Uyl, executive director of the MHSAA. Smitz will receive a $1,000 scholarship from Farm Bureau Insurance to be used at the institution of higher learning he attends this fall.
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View From the Comfy Chair By Joel Vernier
Experience of the fall on a warm winter’s day I was trekking out to the mailbox on a warm winter’s day. It was beautiful, the sun was shining, the snow & ice were melting, and suddenly it happened, even though I have cat-like reflexes and move with all the dexterity and grace of Rudolf Nureyev, I did slip and fall. Yes, Jerry Lewis would have been proud of me as he had made his comedy career on the “pratfall” on numerous occasions, He paid the price later in life suffering from arthritis and had to take massive amounts of steroids to help with the pain that caused his body to swell up. Of course, in real life, it can be a perilous situation that can break a bone and put you in the hospital. At best its just a humiliating, humbling experience that can be a painful reminder of being human. Yes, I slipped on some wet slippery ice and fell right on my derriere. Fortunately, my three dogs were with me, one looked at me like I was a klutz and he walked away to smell something, I felt very small in a very large universe. My other two dogs ran up to me whining and licking my face, dogs know that licking always makes it better. That’s more like it! Man’s best friends to the rescue! I quickly surveyed the damage and realized that I was overall ok except for my backbone. I moved and felt an insidious intense pain that I recognized as “lower back pain.” I looked around to see if anyone
noticed my fall, but it’s another one of those secrets that exist between a people and their dogs. It could be why God never gave dogs the ability to talk. Many dog owners are happy for this, however with the Alexa assistant, many have in the house, who knows who is listening in. Yes, I guess I am an “Action Figure”! Going out to get the mail in treacherous conditions, taking the garbage out in the dark when nocturnal predators are lurking about, not to mention operating dangerous high-powered machines with blades like lawnmowers, paddles like snow blowers, and saws like tree trimmers. I risk life & limb walking the dogs on icy days like this, stormy days, high wind days and while training pups that pull like having a locomotive on a leash. I somehow miraculously managed with the assistance of Cali, my Golden Retriever, to get back to the house. I turned it on high and settled into my comfy chair. As Dr. Smith stated on ‘Lost in Space,’ “Oh the pain, the pain!” I could have applied one of many pain-relieving creams or used a “TENS Unit.” I could have taken a pain pill or tried inversion therapy. I decided to use a heating pad. I grabbed the unit, quickly plugged it in while positioning it on the small of my back. Wait a minute, the lights are flickering, and I feel pain, a hot electric pain. It was like being in the movie the “Green Mile.” I yelled out “Wet the sponge!” I got up, turned around and saw the heating pad sparking in a worn spot. I unplugged the pad and sat back down into my favorite chair and realized that all I needed was rest and time to heal my back. I grabbed the remote, turned on the widescreen and commenced my therapy. “Remember, every day is a gift! Some are just a little more fun to open than others. – © Joel M. Vernier 11/ 27/2018 Author of: “The Guinea Pig In The Freezer”. joelmvernier@ aol.com
Explore the future at 4-H Exploration Days EAST LANSING – 4-H Exploration Days is Michigan State University’s (MSU) largest precollege program, annually attended by 2,400 youth and adult chaperones from across Michigan. The 50th annual 4-H Exploration Days conference will be held June 19-21, 2019, on the MSU campus. The theme is More to Explore: Celebrating 50 Years of 4-H Exploration Days. 4-H Exploration Days gives youth ages 11 to 19 an authentic collegiate experience as they stay in MSU residence halls and explore interest areas and career options, increase their awareness and readiness for college, and develop decisionmaking, independence and teamwork skills. Participants live like college students and attend sessions that range from veterinary medicine
Grayling Lions to host golf outing GRAYLING – The Grayling Lions Club is hosting a Driving for Disabilities Golf Tournament April 27 at the Grayling Country Club. Registration will begin at 9:00 a.m. and the start time will be 11 a.m. The four-person scramble will cost $240 per team which includes a round of golf, golf cart, lunch, door prizes, 50/50 raffle and additional raffle prizes. There will be cash prizes for three divisions: Open,
Women’s and Senior (based on participation). Come out and start the golf season with us. All proceeds will benefit hearing and vision impaired, diabetes education, scholarships and other Grayling Lions Club projects for our community. For additional information, please contact Craig Stewart 989-745-3787 or Clairene Jorella 989-390-2106.
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to Web design, performing arts to environmental education and many more. In total, more than 200 hands-on classroom and field trip sessions are offered. They also have fun and make friends with people from different backgrounds and areas. 4-H volunteers and staff are on hand to provide oversight and guidance. Following their involvement, participants are eligible for nomination to apply for a $2,000 MSU Pre-College Scholarship based on criteria such as attitude, behavior and active participation. The scholarship is applied toward each recipient’s firstyear at MSU as a degree-seeking student. For more information about 4-H Exploration Days call the Roscommon County MSU Extension office at 989-275-5043.
More than fair weather friends
By: Ken Elmore, Markey Township firefighter Well, I’m sure you can feel a certain sense of excitement in the air, Spring is here! Doesn’t matter what the temperature gauge says or how much ice and snow is still laying around, you can’t help but feel a bit uplifted when the Weather Service says winter is over. For us in emergency services, that means it’s time to start preparing for what the next season may throw at us, so once again, we turn to them for some advice on what
to expect. We know from experience and from their extensive records and knowledge that we are now moving into the “wind damage” time of year. I recently had a helpful and informative discussion with Mr. Jeffery Lutz, a Meteorologist with the National Weather service, Grayling office and I questioned him about tornado season. With the storm events and damage that we witnessed last August still fresh in many of our minds, indeed still in many of our yards, we wondered if the Weather Service could help us make things safer. They certainly came through with some information to pass on to everyone to heighten awareness and improve safety for all. You no doubt noticed that I referred to the season as “wind damage” season. Most folks call it “tornado season”, but as a result of my conversation with Jeff, I’m looking at things a little differently these days. The concern that Jeff Lutz and the other meteorologists have is that we tend to focus on the “tornado” part
and don’t realize the dangers of what they call “straight line” winds. Let’s take last August for example. Through our conversation I learned that while we all talked about EF0 and EF1 tornados that visited our area, there were several spots where the straight-line winds caused far more damage and destruction. The concern that the Weather Service has is that we my not pay attention if the word “tornado” is not mentioned, and therefore be placing ourselves in danger. I also learned from our discussion that these folks get out into the field and really examine what happens in one of these events. That combined with extensive testing and research and you can be sure these folks know what they are talking about. Turns out that the power exhibited by straight line winds can be every bit as devastating and life-threatening as certain tornados. We are certainly happy to pass
on this critical information to all of you in hopes that we all pay more attention when the report is for heavy winds headed our way. One more thing to add as we head to the wind damage season: It’s a great time to check your emergency supply kits for the year. Make sure you are stocked and that everything such a food or water are not expired and items such as batteries are in good shape. Last year also taught us the importance of having a tarp or two and some cleaning supplies included in our kits as well. Finally, let’s make sure we all have some device handy that will put us in touch with the folks like meteorologist Jeffery Lutz and others at the National Weather Service. Their hard work at the radars, computers and out in the field make them far more valuable to safe living than they get credit for, so hats off to all of them. Now. Wonder if I can get the barbeque out next week?
Grayling area Chamber Chatter By Traci Cook Congratulations to all our 2018 Grayling Chamber Award Nominees and Award Recipients! What a great evening of highlighting and recognizing all that our community members, businesses, and organizations do to make Grayling and Crawford County such a great place to live, work and play!
Congratulations to our 2018 Award Recipients: - 2018 Grayling Chamber Member Business of the Year - Matt Lafontaine Automotive - 2018 Grayling Chamber Member Organization of the Year Crawford County Commission on Aging & Senior Center - 2018 Longevity Award (New Award) - Flowers by Josie/Thanks a
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Latte - 2018 You Made It Happen Grayling Youth Booster Club - 2018 Citizen of the Year - Kirk Wakefield Meet with hundreds of potential clients/customers at the Grayling Chamber’s 7th Annual Business Expo! Businesses and organizations are See CHATTER on page 8B
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cont. from page 7B invited to register for a booth(s) at the Chamber’s largest networking event! This year’s event will be held on Thursday, April 18, 2019 at the Ramada Inn of Grayling with a chance for participating businesses/ vendors to network with each other from 3:00–4:00 p.m. prior to doors opening to the public from 4-7 p.m. Please note that this is not a job fair, but rather an invaluable opportunity for business members and organizations to network and showcase their business/organization with each other, as well as with our community. Cost for the general public to attend this event is free. Last year’s event brought in over 600 community members and 100 vendors. Almost time for some golf! Spring is in the air and that means it is time to start putting your team together for this year’s Chamber Golf Outing at Grayling Country Club on Friday, June 7. This event is a fun way to get out of the office and network with your fellow business members and make some lasting business relationships. Sponsorship opportunities are also available for chamber members. Sponsorship
opportunities and team registration information will be mailed out in mid-April. What’s happening at your Chamber in 2019? April 18th–Business Expo, Vendors Only 3-4pm / Public Welcome 4-7pm at Ramada Inn May 16th–Business After Hours– Huron Pines, Northbound Outfitters & Paddle Hard Microbrewery, 5:30-7:30pm at Paddle Hard Microbrewery September 26–Business After Hours–hosted by Grayling Main Street, Grayling Chamber, MI Works, Sawmill Rural Business Center & Kirtland Community College, 5:307:30pm at Kirtland Health Sciences Center. October 17–Business After Hours–NCACU & NAFCU celebrate National Credit Union Day, 5:307:30pm (location TBD) December 5th–Chamber Holiday After Hours, 5:30-7:30pm at Artisan Village and Paddle Hard Brew Visit www.graylingchamber.com or call 989-348-2921 Monday-Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for Crawford County and chamber member information and a list of upcoming chamber, chamber member, and community events
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Reading Month Fun for K-10 Reading Month was full of fun activities for students from kindergarten through 10th grade. The month started with a kick-off assembly where all students were given a copy of the book The Last of the Really Great Whangdoodles. Students were given a reading schedule to read approximately 2 chapters each night. All students were emailed trivia questions about the text with correct answers being entered into prize drawings. Some classes participated in a reading buddy program— freshman and sophomores spent time each day reading to kindergarteners and 1st graders, and at the end of the story they got to make a “Flutterbye Fudge” or “Sidewinder Surprise” ice cream just like the kids did in Whangdooleland. There were also fun dress up days, such as rainbow day or scrappy cap day, throughout the month. Teachers also did a variety of lessons or other activities based on the story.
Middle School Girls Enjoy Short Volleyball Season
From back, left: Gracie Janiszewski Brenna Eastman Madison Major
Jessie Ross Nyah Carley Phoebe Downey (front)
From back, right: Licia Schullar Aurora Jeason Vivian Peters Madison Shobe
It wasn’t a perfect season, but it wasn’t a complete washout, either. This young group of middle school volleyball players learned a lot, had some fun and showed great improvement from the beginning to the end of this years’ three-week season.
A FAMILY AFFAIR – HMR Motor Works & Auto Care LLC recently opened at 312 S. Morenci in Mio. The company specializes in diesel repair and is open from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday-Saturday. HMR can be reached by calling 989-826-8232. Pictured (front, l-r) are Rylin Rondo, Michael Moery, (back, l-r) Michael Rondo, and Russell and Sarah Rondo. - Photo by Mark Constance
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Pictured (l-r) are Gahagan Educational Director Kate Gammicchia, Roscommon County Community Foundation Executive Director Suzanne Luck and Gahagan Board President Tom Dale
Gahagan Nature Preserve receives grant ROSCOMMON - Roscommon County Community Foundation (RCCF) recently awarded a $974.00 grant to the Marguerite Gahagan Nature Preserve. Funding for this project was provided from the Wade Family Donor Advised Fund. With this funding, Gahagan purchased hands on items to complete construction of their own “Bear Tracks” trunk. “Bear Tracks” is part of their visiting naturalist program, where Educational Director Kate Gammicchia visits area schools and presents many natural history items concerning bears of the world, including Pelts, skulls, claws, and many great ideas for making the classroom visit fun and educational. Each presentation addresses several science and world geography concepts while the focus is on three species that inhabit North America: Polar Bear, Brown Bear and Black
Bear. Presentations include stories, a puppet show, demonstrations, as well as lots of hands-on activities. They will be in lengths of 45 to 60 minutes, appropriate to the age of the students, Kindergarten through Fifth grade. The presentation can be presented to a maximum of 60 students per
session. The “Bear Tracks” Visiting Naturalist presentation is now open to be booked into the schools from January through April. The goal of the Visiting Naturalist program is to influence positive changes in knowledge, awareness, attitudes, and behavior towards wildlife and, animals.
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Senior News - April 2019 By Merianne Tappan Let’s get right to it: Monday April 1st – I don’t know why I even bother telling you because I am not a good sport when it comes to tricks – April Fool’s day. Have fun… just not with me. That is also our next foot care clinic from 9-12:00. Judy does not require an appointment, but right around 10:00 she gets pretty busy, so if you would like to secure a spot give us a call and get on the schedule. Monday April 8th is the monthly Board meeting of the Council held at the center. It starts at 9:00 and usually runs about an hour. As always anyone is welcome to attend. Friday April 19th is Good Friday which means Sunday April 21st is Easter. Remember outdoor Easter egg hunts??? At the time I am writing this there is still a couple inches of snow on the ground – I truly truly hope it is a nice sunny warm Easter this year. We deserve it. Tuesday April 23rd is the monthly Senior Food distribution (CSFP). This food drop is for anyone 60 years of age and older. If you have not signed up you can do so that day. It runs from 10-11:00 at the Senior Center Thursday April 25th is the Together We Can Food Pantry food drop. It runs from 1-4:00. We have had some changes to our activities schedule: Our Tai Chi class is now every Thursday at 11:00 (moved from Tuesday) and we are now proud to be hosting a Cancer support group starting Thursday April 11th open to anyone every second and fourth Thursday at 2:00 at the Center. For more information call Rich at 826-3025. Also, Saturday April 27 is our second annual Senior Prom! The Theme this year is “The Great Oscoda County Bake Off”!!! We are asking local bakers to share their talents and enter their delicious creations! Every delectable cake will be featured at each table and we invite the prom guests to judge on presenta-
tion, uniqueness and taste throughout the night. The winners of each category will be announced with the King and Queen! The event will run from 6-8:00 p.m.. What is the deal with cholesterol? Is it good? Is it bad? I was surprised to find, while doing my research, that there was no real definite answer to that question. Of course there are risks with high cholesterol – but the bottom line is genetics. I think I read somewhere that EVERYONE has cancer cells in their bodies – but what causes complications from cancer is numerous things – from diet, to genetics even free radicals and chemicals in the environment. Cholesterol is kind of the same way. Everyone has cholesterol in their bodies from diet, but its how your individual body handles it that makes the difference. Most experts say if you don’t develop problems with high cholesterol by the age 60 – you may never have a problem, but everyone is unique. Some other factors that put someone at risk for health problems related to cholesterol are: smoking, high blood pressure, diabetes, family history and low LDL levels. So- it is defiantly something you should talk to your doctor about (even if you do not have one of the above maladies). Most doctors will prescribe a medication to help with cholesterol, but as we all know, medications usually have side effects. If you are concerned with that talk to your doctor about some life style changes you can make before you try the medications. It may be easier (and cheaper) to eat a few more veggies or walk around the block than taking a statin. I have attached a fun little cholesterol quiz provided by our nutritionist from NEMSCA. Who doesn’t love quizzes?!?! Enjoy! See you in the sun! Merianne Tappan is the Director/ Medicare Counselor of the Oscoda County Council on Aging. To contact her please call 989-826-3025.
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Ogemaw Hills Snowmobile Club news
BEST IN CLASS - Joshua Long, a Financial Representative with VantagePointe Financial Group, has qualified for the 2018 ACE Best in Class Awards. ACE stands for “Achieving Client Excellence.”
NORTHEAST MICHIGAN - Pat Peterson has volunteered to Chair the Elections Committee, and John Karl and Tom Baker, Sr. volunteered to sit on the committee. Voting will occur at the April 13 Meeting. Nominations are: President: John Hurry Treasurer: Russ Kleinhans Grant Chair: Norm Rockwell Trustee B (Open House & Vintage Show): Doug Lubahn.
Joshua Long lives in Roscommon with his wife and two sons. He enjoys spending time with his family, hunting, watching sports, and serves as a deacon at Immanuel Baptist Church.
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Annual art show on tap GLADWIN - The Gladwin Artist Guild was wondering if you spent a few days this winter doing some creative art work. If so, the Guild invites you to enter its Spring Art Show scheduled for Saturday, April 13, at the Beaverton Activity Center, 106 Tonkin St., from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Any area artist is extended an invitation to participate. There is no theme, no judging, no size limit, and all mediums are welcome. There is just one rule: Each artist may only enter a single art piece. The guild encourages artists to make it their best effort, as their will be a “People’s Choice” ribbon awarded in both student and adult categories
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along with generous cash prizes. Adult artists can register for just $10, while students in grades 7 - 12 will not be charged. Pre-registration is encouraged, but you may also register on Friday, April 12, from 2-4 p.m. on the 2nd floor of the Activity Center in Beaverton. 1 and 2-D art must be framed or otherwise suitable for hanging. 3-D work must stand on its own. The members of the Art Guild are looking forward to seeing what creative minds have come up with this winter. If you have any questions or would like to receive an application form via email or USPS, please call 989-246-1030.
The Early Days – Memories of William (Dave) Hufstedler Frank and Ann Alley were my friends long before the first Ski Doo came to West Branch. They ran the kitchen for the West Branch Country Club Dining Room, and I had the Hub Restaurant and Drive-inn (by the State Police Post), it is now a smoke shop. This was in the 1960’s. Before I came to West Branch, my in-laws owned the Timbers Steak House in South Branch. It was really “Top Shelf” then. But there were no snowmobiles and no trails. Businesses stalled when the Deer Season ended. After three years, they sold out and moved back to East Detroit. When you head north on Fairview Mike LaFleur: Headwaters of the Tahquamenon River Kevin Meyers: Castle Rock Skip Schultz: White Pine Lodge 3 Road, the two-story house with the large pond on the corner of Fairview and Mayes Road was our place with five children. I started the Hub and later bought Geni’s Pizza in West Branch and made the first pizza in Ogemaw County – with delivery service. That was when Frank Alley got the Ski Doo franchise, and I got my first snowmobile ride. Frank and Ann opened Frank Alley’s Pickin’ Chicken and right next door they started selling Ski Doos. The area went “nuts” over them, and the Ogemaw Hills Snowmobile Club was started. The membership dues were
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$5 per year (as I remember). It was more of a “Click” than a Club until a lot later. Frank used to take his portable cooking stuff and he would sell chicken at cookouts at the old chimney. That old chimney on (what is now) Trail 6 was the perfect spot to start a nice warming fire in. There were no trails – just two tracks and logging trails. It was fun! We enjoyed it so much, and Frank was so busy at his restaurant. I sold Geni’s Pizza, closed the Hub, and went into the insurance business. My son-in-law was good with lawn mowers and small engine repair. I bought Frank’s building and put my office in it. The rest of the building was now Sun & Snow Ski Doo and lawn and garden stuff for several years. During those years with Frank and I being next door to each other, when the snow got deep, we would take day trips. That was when about 30 different sleds hit the marker – another story. We stayed friends and still are. I put together some long rides from West Branch to Paradise. A group from ChiLuMac (Chippewa, Luce, and Mackinac) counties would take the sleds across the Bridge. At one point, the Ogemaw Hills Club was down to three couples, Hufstedler, Niendorf, and McCarthy. William Hufstedler was 1990 MSA Snowmobiler of the Year, OHSC Lifetime Member. Welcome to the newest Members: Ted Bomba from Saginaw; Doug Brandt from Lupton; Steve Gengler from Cheseaning; Kirk Heath from Clio; Tim and Linda Kreager from Carrollton; Scott Manner from Linden; and Scott Mark from Rose City
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Chase Pawlanta, Brittney Jones, Sadie and Saylor
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Shanye Wheelr in Beaverton late February
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