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INSIDE THIS ISSUE:n Obituary, Page 4

n Community News, Page 5

nDance Plus recital,Page 8

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HandsOn Sunday, June 12th at 6pm, Helping Hands, in conjunctionwith the local ministerial association, will be holding a MiracleSunday event in Ensley Park in Howard City. This event is de-signed as fundraiser for the Helping Hands building project for itsnew facility just south of the VFW Hall in Howard City.

The Miracle Sunday event has been planned in cooperationwith a number of the area churches who have cancelled their Sun-day evening services in order to participate. The event is open tothe entire community and it is hoped that signicant progress willbe made that evening toward the funds necessary for construc-tion.

It was a little over a year ago that the local ministerial associa-ion challenged Helping Hands to expand its vision and to striveo reach out to the growing needs that exist within the community.ince that time, Helping Hands has hired a ministry services coor-inator, purchased land that it now owns free and clear and razed

he old Manor Motel from the site. Much progress has been madend now Helping Hands is preparing for the exciting next stage ofhe construction process.

Music in the Park returns to Lakeviews Lake-side Park on Wednesday, July 6 at 7 p.m. featuringnationally known folk-rock artist, Catie Curtis. ThisLakeview Wednesday night summer tradition nowspanning 17 years is sponsored by Lakeviews Cham- ber of Commerce and is funded by the generouscontributions of area merchants, patrons and localservice organizations.

Catie Curtis is a headline act at music festivalsand folk venues throughout the nation. The NewYorker magazine has dubbed her a, Folk-rock god-dess and her recordings (released on EMI, Ryko-disc, Vanguard and Compass), engaging live showsand impressive touring career (in the US and Eu-rope) have earned her rave reviews and wide recog-nition. Caties songs have been featured on DawsonsCreek, Felicity, Alias, Chicago Hope, and Greys Anatomy, as well as in several independent lms.Shes toured extensively with Mary Chapin Carpen-ter and with the original Lilith Fair. Catie was namedgrand prize winner of the International SongwritingCompetition, for her song People Look Around,co-written with Mark Erelli. In January 2009, sheperformed at the Human Rights Campaigns ofcialObama inaugural ball. In 2010, she performed at theWhite House. Catie is recording a brand new CD ofnew material in January, which will be released thissummer.

Concerts begin at 7, admission is free, bring yourfavorite lawn chair. The Lakeside Park is locatedin downtown Lakeview on the shores of TamarackLake. In the event of rain the concert will be movedto the Tamarack Room at the Lakeview Library lo-cated at 832 S. Lincoln Ave.,Lakeview.

LAKEVIEW MUSIC IN THE PARK

Festival headliner Catie Curtis to kick-off Lakeviews

2011 Music In The Park Summer Concert Series

PRESIDENTIAL AUDIENCE: Catie Curtis plays during Presient Barack Obamas e2009 Inau-guration Ball. For additional information on Catie Curtis log onto www.catiecurtis.com. (CourtesyPhoto)

LAKEVIEWS 2011 MUSIC IN THE

PARK CONCERT SCHEDULE:

July 6 CATIE CURTIS (Top notch olk-pop

rom Boston)

July 13 JACK WILLIAMS (One o the fnestguitar players and perormers on tour today)

July 20 MULEBONE (The Dynamic Duorom NYC return to the park.)

July 27 WILL PEARSALL (Floridas own Master o the Blues)

Aug. 3 THE RUTH BLOOMQUIST BAND (Muskegons long-standing bluegrass and

olk avorite)

Aug 10 NEW THIRD COAST (An encorepark peromance byNorthern Michigans fn-

est olk trio)

Aug 17 BO WHITE and THE BLUEZERS (Chicago-style blues eaturing Tri Countys

Howard Wilson)

Aug 24 THE GRAVEL RIDGE BAND (Lakeviews own bluegrass band. A Muisc In

The Park tradition)

See HELPING HANDS page 8

Pro/Am VeteranTournament set

for June 18On June 18th, 2011 we are celebrating the second annual

Hookin Up Heroes event. This is a Military Veterans Appre-ciation Event hosted for the purpose of giving area businesses,

organizations and individuals the opportunity to say Thanksto some great Americans. Our foremost goal is to offer an excit-ing outdoor recreational adventure to 25-40 disabled and com-bat Veterans, as well as Active Duty Service Members.

Competitive anglers from around the state will be teamingwith our Heroes, taking them on a BASS style Pro/Am tour-nament. The tournament will be shed on the Muskegon Riv-ers 4700 acre Hardy Pond. We are anticipating a minimumof 25 boats capable of shing up to 50 Veterans. The launchand weigh-in will take place at Newaygo State Park located onBeech Street in Newaygo County.

In addition to local combat and disabled Veterans, we areinviting 5 disabled Veterans from the Grand Rapids VA hospi-tal. Due to the generosity of Great Lakes Lift and Dock and KTWaterfront Services, we will have a suitable dock and transi-tion system in place to assist those with mobility impairments.

Tournament launch for this 5 hour adventure begins at10:00 am. We are also coordinating a military aircraft yoverat 3:00 pm as the tournament ends and weigh-in begins. Thisshould be a treat for all.

CONTACT: Anglers wishing to sh with a Veteran, contactEric at [email protected] or call (616) 318-9814.

CHARITY MOTORCYCLE RIDEDuring the Pro/Am tournament we are hosting a 65 mile

charity M/C ride around the Croton and Hardy Ponds. This

See PRO/AM page 8


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Leonard Butler Jr.Leonard Butler Jr., 72, of Howard

City, passed away May 24 at St. MarysHospital in Grand Rapids.

He was born April 7, 1939 in EnsleyTwp., the son of Leonard and Donna (Mi-nor) Butler. During his working years he worked for Road Equipment for morethan 20 years. He served his country inthe U.S. Air Force, from which he retiredin 1976 and was a life member of the

Howard City VFW Post #3306.Leonard loved bowling, golng, do-

ing lawn work and going to the casino.In 1985, he married Arlene Castle, whosurvives.

Also surviving are Dan (Kathy) But-ler of Ensley Center, John (Becky) But-ler of Pierson, Leo (Tammy) Butler ofHoward City, Annette (Ed) Dow of SandLake, Dawn (Steve) Wagner of TraverseCity, His Step Children Terri Bremmerof Howard City, Tracey (Kim) Nagelhoutof Florida and Ross (Evie) Bremmer ofHoward City; many grandchildren andgreat-grandchildren, two brothers, Sam(Sharon) Butler and and Frank (Barb)Butler; two sisters, Margaret (Leon) Taw-ney and Pauline (Robert) Bird; and manynieces and nephews. He was preceded indeath by his parents, an infant sister anda step-son, Rex Bremmer.

Funeral services took place with Pas-tor Brad Brillhart ofciating, with burialin the Reynolds Cemetery.

Shirley ChildsShirley Childs, 74, of Newaygo, passed

away May 23, 2011, at her residence.She was born Feb. 28, 1937, in Elmira,

the daughter of Clyde and Laura Palm-etier. She married Lloyd Childs in 1955and together they raised eight children.Shirley was preceded in death by herdaughter, Judith Childs at age 6; a great-grandson, David; a sister, as well as her

parents.Surviving are her husband Lloyd,

their children, Linda and Terry Lambrix,David and Teresa Childs, Christine andFloyd Garcia, Steven and Robin Childs,Don and Tammy Childs and KimberlyLambrix; 29 grandchildren and 18-and-a-half great-grandchildren.

Shirley loved spending time with herfamily. She was a foster Grandma for Ms.Karnements class, she loved doing thisand took great pride in helping out. Lloyd

and Shirley managed Sandy Beach Camp-ground for many years. The grandkidswill remember the warmth of her heartand the warmth of the mittens she madethem. Love you forever, Lloyds lady inLavender. Funeral services took place atthe Heckman Funeral Home with PastorDoug Bennett ofciating.

Rocky M. JordanRocky M. Jordan, 78 of Howard City,

went home to be with Jesus on Tuesday,Nov. 30, 2010.

Rocky was bornJanuary 2, 1932 in Ce-dar Springs, the son

of Wyman and ThursaJordan. He is lovinglyremembered by his wife, Bonita Jordan;children, Darlene(Chuck) Field, Cheryl(Buster) Thomas, William Jordan andJames (Johanna)

Jordan; 13 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and many close friendsand family. He was preceded in death byhis parents.

A graveside memorial service will beheld at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 11, 2011at Elmwood Cemetery in Cedar Springs,with Pastor John Dawson ofciating.

Arrangements by Bliss-Witters & Pike

Funeral Home, Cedar Springs.

OBITUARIESCOMMUNITY NEWSHOMETOWN HEROPvt. David Segard

Army Pvt. David Segard has gradu-ated from basic combat training at FortJackson, Columbia, S.C.

During the nine weeks of training,the soldier studied the Army mission,history, tradition and core values,physical tness, and received instruc-tion and practice in basic combat skills,

military weapons, chemical warfare and bayonet training, drill and ceremony,marching, rie marksmanship, armedand unarmed combat, map reading,eld tactics, military courtesy, mili-tary justice system, basic rst aid, footmarches, and eld training exercises.

He is the son of David Segard of Ce-dar Springs. Segard graduated in 2008from Spring Lake High School.

Deputiesinvestigate fatalaccident in Home

Township A 52-year-old Vestaburg man died

as a result of injuries he sustained dur-ing a Memorial Day weekend crash.

According to the Montcalm CountySheriffs Ofce, Richard Gibbs was pro-nounced dead at the scene of a singlemotor vehicle fatal crash at 11:09 p.m.on May 28, on Edgar Road, east of NeffRoad, in Home Township.

The vehicle was traveling eastboundon Edgar when the driver lost control,leaving the roadway and striking sever-al trees. Deputies said Gibbs was eject-

ed from the vehicle and pronounceddead at the scene. High speed and alco-hol are believed to be contributing fac-tors. Safety belt was not used. Deputieswere assisted at the scene by MontcalmCounty EMS, and Home Township FireDepartment.

The accident remains under inves-tigation.

Trailer destroyed in

accident on U.S. 131Montcalm County Sheriffs Depu-

ties responded to an accident on U.S.131 on Sunday, May 29, 2011.

A truck traveling southbound haul-ing a travel trailer, lost control andoverturned. The trailer was destroyedin the accident and it blocked off thehighway for more than two hours.

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MARRIAGES Adam D. Wills, 24, of Stan-

ton, and Nicole L. Douglas, 28, ofGrand Rapids;

Benjamin K. Young, 29, ofStanton and Bobby Jean OToole,29, of Greenville;

Justin M. Johnston, 21, andAngela M. Hernandez, 22, both ofEdmore;

Eddie A. Bott, Jr., 27, and Sa-mantha L. Short, 21, both of Vesta-burg;

Troy A. Thornburg, 22, and Ju-lie A. Whitcomb, 20, both of Car-son City;

James A. Bills, 51, and Sadie M.Fulmerhouser, 26, both of HowardCity;

Todd A. Olson, 47, and ShelbyA. Davis, 34, both of Lakeview;

James A. Kuiper, Jr., 35, andShanna M. Anderson, 31, both ofHoward City;

Lerry W. Markham, 39, andMaurice F. Cajiles, 22, both ofHoward City;

Justin A. Cole, 24, of Green-ville, and Courtney A. King, 21, ofGrand Rapids;

Travis J. Shinabargar, 24, andRhonda S. Avery, 20, both of Crys-tal;

Luke F. Crouse, 23, of CarsonCity , and Elizabeth G. Gerhke, 21,of Sheridan;

Jason A. Lake, 31, and JenniferL. Murray, 27, both of Stanton;

Brent A. Main, 26, of Lakeview,and Carah J. Lockaby, 21, of SixLakes;

Gerald R. Harrington, 39, andLaurie L. Harrington, 36, both ofLakeview;

Michael H. Russell, 24, and

Miranda R. Petersen, 19, both of

Stanton;Allen S. Sholley, 53, and Tonya

S. Staines, 39, both of Fenwick;Heath R. Bigelow, 27, and Katie

M. Bailey, 27, both of Vestaburg;Daniel S. Wickes, 30, and Kris-

tilyn M. Palmer, 29, both of Stan-ton;

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Christopher M. Clingenpeel,22, of Stanton, and Beth A. Hodg-es, 22, of Sheridan;

Robin L. Galey, 53, and LaurieA. Christensen, 39, both of Green-ville;

Andrew A. Frain, 47, of Gowen,and Etta M. Waldron, 49, of Stan-ton;

Kevin S. Narloch, 33, and EllieJ. Earl, 30, both of Howard City;

Royce L. Ferguson, 26, andKrystle L. Timsak, 23, both ofHoward City;

Lucuis M. Schrauben, 20, and

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Kyle L. Kowalski, 26, and Ta-sha M. Hickerson, 22, both of Fen-wick;

Raymond R. Kusmack, 39, andMary E. McPherson, 25, both ofGreenville;

Gordon G. Bassett, Jr., 48, andPenny L. Stewart, 44, both of Cor-al;

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READER: Emmons recall

effort frivolousTO THE EDITOR:

The recent article in the area news media(5-27-11) stating that there is a movement torecall State Sen. Judy Emmons, prompted meto respond with a few thoughts on this recallsubject.

Michigan has been on the verge of bank-ruptcy and our legislators (both parties) and

the Governor have been working diligentlyto present a balanced budget with the usualdisagreements in the process (which is to beexpected) and which is fair and balanced. Ofcourse, every special interest group (in mostcases) will not be satised with the proposed budget (not unusual) but, we as concernedcitizens must be willing to bite the bullet andaccept responsibility for our share of helpingMichigan remain nancially solvent.

Those citizens who favor this recall propos-al must not have been keeping abreast of thenancial crisis in the State of Michigan. If theydid, they should have realized that if correc-tive policies were not implemented Michiganseconomy would be in deep nancial Do-Doand this state would be oundering around ina nancial mess like the State of California andother states. Corrective measures were needed

to forestall an impending nancial crisis.To target those who voted for the proposed

budget with the threat of a recall is ill advisedand will serve no useful purpose.

Are we to assume that if our State Legisla-tors (Democrat or Republican) vote somethingthat we do not agree then we should try to re-call them for not voting the way we would likethem to do?

Just think of the Chaos that would result ifour legislators had to face a recall every timethey voted.

The idea of a recall is getting out of hand,not only causing the disruption of our legisla-tive process, but the cost of putting a RecallMotion on a Special Ballot.

I believe Judy Emmons voted for the pro-posed budget because she believed it was theright thing to do. That it would be best for theeconomic climate for our state and in the longrun it would benet the business climate in ourstate and would help create more jobs in thefuture. She had the courage to vote for whatshe thought was best for the State of Michigan,not withstanding the pressure from the specialinterest groups.

I for one applaud her for her common senseapproach for casting a yes vote on the Statesbudget proposal.

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Owned by Pharmacists - Run by Pharmacists

1951 Basil Beemer of Lakeview is

one of the brave young men protect-

ing our countrys interests in Korea

when he was recently wounded by

flying mortar, but will thankfully

make a full recovery.

Cpl. John Edgar of Howard

City has returned home this week

for a 30-day leave from his duty in

Korea.

1961 Lakeview Free Methodist

Church is being torn down after the

congregation accepted an offer from

the Lakeview schools for the site.

Miss Joan Schoonmaker of

Morley has been selected as one of

the young ladies who will attend

Wolverine Girls State on the U of M

campus.

1976 The Gene Peters of Langston

are celebrating their 50th wedding

anniversary at the Langston Church.

The Lakeview Schools were

presented with a good-sized check

from the Lakeview Area Summer

Ball Program to purchase a new

pitching machine.

1996 The Lakeview Area Museum

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cepting donations of artifacts.

Jack and Peggy Domine of

Lakeview are celebrating their 50th

anniversary with an Open House at

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Special THANKS to Mrs.McKeever and her secondgrade class at MacNaughtonElementary School or mak-ing artwork to hang on thewalls o the temporary southentrance to Droski Insurance

Agency!Mrs McKeevers secondgrade class created two largepieces o artwork with theirhandprints creating fowers,butterfies and birds.

The students, along with Julie Proctor, customer service representative at Dro-ski Insurance Agency, Inc andMrs. McKeever are picturedholding their artwork. Feelree to stop in and view theartwork at the agency. Theentrance is located at thesouth end o the building andwill be accessible throughoutthe Howard City downtownStreetscape Project.

THANK YOU, Mrs. McK-eever, and your class or mak-ing our temporary entrancebright and cheerul. We trulyappreciate it!

Remember all downtownbusinesses are open duringconstruction. We appreciateyour support.

Droski Insurance Agency

MacNaughton class helpsdecorate downtown business

Register now forfall classes at MCC

SIDNEY Online registratiofor Montcalm Community Colleges2011 fall semester is under wayThe schedule is available at http://my.montcalm.edu. Select the Reg-istration/Records tab to access thcourse search and registration func-tions. MCCs fall classes begin Aug

20 unless otherwise noted.

MCC offer freecamps for high

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MCC announcessummer camps for

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O avag, Hlpig Hadssvs 120-150 amilis p mothpovidig mgcy ood liad also svig as a iomatiosouc to assist clits i ay waypossibl. This ya Hlpig Hads

will b ivolvd i a commuity ga-d pojct that will b do o thgouds o Hitag Uitd Mth-odist Chuch. Oth plas o addi-tioal miisty outachs a i thwoks as wll.

Whil plimiay plas o a3,200/s acility hav b daw up,th cost o costuctio is still i thstimatig phas. Much o that costdpds o th magitud o doat-d labo ad matials that HlpigHads hops to scu o th poj-ct. I ith vt, Hlpig Hadshas a goal to ais $150,000 o thproject to construct a more efcientacility o svig th ds o thcommuity. At th acquisitio oth lad ad dmolitio o th old

motl sit, Hlpig Hads still has acut balac i its buildig udo just ov $15,000. Thy hop thatth Miacl Suday vt will maksignicant progress toward the over-all cost o costuctio.

Plas big you ow chai othis vt. Th will b som histo-ical iomatio shad about Hlp-ig Hads, a bi tstimoy aboutthe benet to the community, somemusic, ad th a spcial oig. Ith vt that ai is i th ocast,th svic will b locatd to PiGov Commuity Chuch wst oHowad City o M-82 ud th bigtt. Qustios cocig th vtca b dictd to (231) 937-6758.Doatios to Hlpig Hads shouldb dsigatd as buildig ud adst to PO Box 532, Howad City,49329. Doatios ca also ow bmad though a scu Paypal potalat th w Hlpig Hads wbsit atwww.hlpighadshc.og.

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will b a sv cad u takig ith scic bauty o th Coto /Hady aa, 2 dams, 2 paks ad ascic causway spaatig th BigCoto ad Littl Coto Pods.

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so rd. Biks a couagdto visit nwaygo Stat Pak othe 3:00 pm yover and weigh-in.This will b a oppotuity to cl-bat with ou Hos. followigwigh-i, th Biks, Vtas ad

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Dancing Plus, the local dance studio in Cedar Springs, is broadening its horizons. A group of21 students attended competitions both in Grand Rapids and Chicago. Fourteen routines wereentered in the Rainbow Connection at Star Quest Competitions. Awards ranging from gold to

platinum trophies and 1st to 3rd rankings were received by the troupe.

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MONDAY,JUNE6,2011RIVERVALLEYNEWSSHOPPER 9BOOKWALTER

Factory Program Sale

BOOKWALTERMOTOR SALES

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2011 Chevy Impala LT, full warranty,low miles, starting at 7,000 miles, 2 tochoose from. Contact Paul Riley.

2002 Buick LeSabre Custom, excellentcondition, priced to sell, just ask forPaul!

2006 Chevy Malibu LT, local oneowner, excellent condition, fresh car!Ask for Paul today!

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NEW 2010 Chevy Tahoe 4WD LTZ,blue granite, leather, loaded, traileringpackage, 5.3 V8, side blind zone alert& much more! $3,000 Rebate or 0% for60 months PLUS Bookwalter discountof $3,620 or more! Only one available atthis price when you call Paul Riley!

2000 Buick LeSabre Custom, excellentcondition, priced to sell when you seePaul Riley.

2009 Chevy Impala, factory program,low miles, GM certified, 3 to choosefrom. Ask for Paul.

2008 Buick Enclave AWD, one ownertrade, full power, looks brand new. Besure to ask for Paul.

2007 Chevy Impala, low miles, fullpower, looks new, 3 to choose from.Contact Paul Riley.

2003 Chevy Silverado, local trade,2WD regular cab, 6 cyl., automatic withair. Nice clean truck. $7,995 plus tax &tags. Contact Paul.

2010 Chevy Traverse AWD, 23,000actual miles, full power, 2 available, 1with AWD. Ask for Paul today.

2009 Pontiac G6, 44,000 actual miles,GM certified, full power. Be sure tocontact Paul Riley.

2010 Buick Enclave, factory program,AWD, full power, 12,000 actual miles,fancy red jewel. Be sure to ask forPaul.

2008 GMC Acadia AWD SLT, GMCertified, double moonroof, NAVnavigation, DVD, 7 passenger,absolutely mint. Just call Paul.

2008 Chevy Malibu LT, factory program,full power, 17,000 miles, GM certified.Just call Paul.

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2008 Chevy Silverado 4WD, ext. cab,

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2008 Chrysler Town & CountryTouring Van, low miles, loaded withequipment, priced to sell when you callfor Paul.

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2007 Chevy Trailblazer, 45,000 actualmiles, mint condition. Be sure to seePaul Riley.

2007 Chevy Uplander, 60,000 actualmiles, fancy silver, priced to sell. CallPaul.

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2010 Chevy Impala, factory program,low miles, full power, GM certified, 5 tochoose from. Contact Paul.

VACATIONBIBLE

SCHOOLJune 20 - 24 9 am - 12 Noon

Bethel Lutheran

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HOWARD CITY

TOWNWIDEYARD SALEJune 17 & 18

Flea Market in the Park

$10 a dayCall Sid 231-937-5155

Pancake BreakfastSat., June 18

7 - 11 am at the Fire Station

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PIERSON TOWNSHIPMONTCALM COUNTY

P.O. BOX 109/21156 CANNONSVILLE ROADPIERSON, MI 49339

Dear Township Resident and/or Property Owner:

On Tuesday June 21st, 7:00 P.M., there will be a meeting of the Pierson Township

Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) to be held at the Township Hall, 21156 Cannons-

ville Road, Pierson, Michigan.

The ZBA will hear an appeal from Karl and Rita Rosema et al concerning the prop-

erty located at 4450 White Rd., Pierson Township, Montcalm County, Michigan.

The property is legally described as:

PERMANENT PARCEL NUMBER 59-015-580-006-00

Side yard - 20 feet in total, 10 feet for each side yard

Rear yard - 25 feet

Maximum building height - 35 feet

Minimum

SECTION 4.12.

DOUBLE FRONTAGE LOTS. Buildings on lots having frontage on two in-

tersecting or non-intersecting streets shall comply with the front yard requirements

on both such streets.

On Tuesday June 21st, 7:00 P.M., there will be a meeting of the Pierson Town-

ship Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) to be held at the Township Hall, 21156 Can-

nonsville Road, Pierson, Michigan.

The ZBA will hear an appeal from Herman Standhardt et al concerning the

property located at Pierson Township, Montcalm County, Michigan. The property is

legally described as:

PERMANENT PARCEL NUMBER 59-015-011-005-50 on Federal Rd.

SECTION 15.44. BILLBOARDS.

(a) Billboards may be constructed, installed, maintained and used only if approved

by the Planning Commission as a special land use in accordance with this section,

and further, billboards may be located only within the following described lands

(2) Within those lands located only within one mile north and one mile south

from the centerline of Cannonsville Road and within a strip of land extending

not more than 100 feet east of the easterly right of way line of US-131 and not

more than 100 feet west of the westerly right of way line of US-131.

b) Billboards shall be subject to all of the following requirements:

(3) A billboard shall not be located closer than 1,200 feet from any other bill-

board; and further, a billboard shall not be located such that it interferes with,obstructs the view of, or may be confused with any authorized traffic sign,

signal or device, nor shall any billboard otherwise constitute a nuisance.

Pierson Township Zoning Board of Appeals

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Cedar Springs Sand Lake Howard City Morley Amble Gowen Trufant Coral Kent City Grant Bailey

Newaygo White Cloud Croton/Hardy Pierson Lakeview

Area Happenings run free of charge for non-profit groups.Mail: Th

e River Valley News Shopper, 491 W. Shaw, Howard City, MI 49329 Fax: 231-937-4048Email: [email protected] DEADLINE: WEDNESDAY 12 NOON

Help is Available:The Mid-Michigan District Health Department offers free vision testing,as well as hearing screening tests for all children ages 3 to 21. For moreinformation or to schedule an appointment, call (989) 831-3644, Mondaythrough Friday.

Michigan Chapter of Pilots for Christ - We provide free air and ground servicefor those with medical needs, pastors in need, missionaries cargo transportation.www.pilotsforchristmi.com or call 616-636-5523.

A free Bariatric Support Group will meet the first Tuesday of each month (beginning in February 2010) at 6:30pm in the Conference Rooms at CarsonCity Hospital. For more information, contact Ellen at 989-330-4091.

Newaygo Countys newest Cancer Support Group - Whether you havebeen recently diagnosed, in treatment or living beyond your cancer, meet withothers to share and offer hope for one another. Last Thursday of every monthfrom 6:30 until 8:30 at Living Hope Physical Therapy, 977 W. 72nd St. (M-82),Newaygo, MI. For more information contact Deb Kaminski, 231-924-7013.

Emotions Anonymous (EA) - Meetings every Wednesday, 1pm, MiracleDrop-In Center, 310 E. Main St., Stanton. Everyone is welcome. No dues orfees. Emotions Anonymous offers a twelve step program to help people copewith stress in daily living and to live a healthier emotional life. Info call Carol(989)831-8778.

Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS): Newaygo. Weigh in 5:30-6:10pmon Thursdays, meeting 6:10-7:10pm. Info. Dee at (231)652-2583. SpartaMethodist Church. Weigh in 5:00-6:00pm on Tuesdays, meeting 6:00-7:00pm.

Info. Betty at (616)691-7120. White Cloud, Commission on Aging. Weigh in5:25-5:55pm on Thursdays, meeting 6:00-7:00pm. 93 Gibbs St. Lakeview, NewLife United Methodist Church. Weigh in 5:45-6:10pm on Mondays, meeting6:15-7:15pm. East M-46. Lakeview, New Life United Methodist Church.Weigh in 9:30am on Wednesdays, meeting 10:00-11:00am. East M-46. SandLake, Resurrection Lutheran Church. Weigh in 8:30-9:00am on Tuesdays,meeting 9:15-10:00am. 180 Northland Dr. Howard City, Howard City VFWHall, Thursdays weigh-in 4:30-5:10pm, meeting 5:15-6:00pm. Fi rst meeting free.For information call 231-937-4441.

Grief Recovery Support Group Weekly Meetings Tuesdays 9:30-11:00am,Pierson Bible Church, ministries building, 101 Grand St., Pierson, Michigan.Call 636-5542 or 636-5680 for info.

Emphysema Support Group Meetings 2nd Tuesday of month, 5:30pm,Health Department, White Cloud.

Addictions Program: Feel trapped in addiction? There is an answer! ReformersUnanimous. A caring addiction program for any addiction, offered at Bills LakeBaptist Church, 8549 Swan Ave., 7 miles east of Newaygo. Every Friday night7-9p.m. Info. call 652-9940.

Rebos House 10 N. First Street, Cedar Springs, Michigan. Meeting Days &Times: Monday-7pm, Big Book Meeting-Open; Tuesday-12Noon-Open, 5:30-6:30pm Womens-Open, 7:00pm Mens-Open; Wednesday-7:00pm 12&1212 Steps Traditions-Open; Thursday-12Noon-Open, 7:00pm-Open, 7:00pm-Closed (N/S) nonsmoking, 7:00pm-Alanon; Friday-All Open-12Noon, 7:00pm,9:00pm; Saturday-All Open-8:30am, 10:00am, 7:00pm; Sunday-All Open-

9:00am, 2:00pm, 7:00pm.; Friday-7:00pm-Young People of Addictions-Open.Contact Sandy W. 616-636-8253. Last Thursday every month speakers meeting,7:30pm. Arrive early if you want convenient parking.

Teen 12-Step Meeting (Help and support for staying alcohol and drug free).Wednesdays 7-8pm, White Cloud United Methodist Church, 1125 NewellStreet, White Cloud. No cost, anonymous.

Overeaters Anonymous - Do you eat when youre not hungry? Bingefor no apparent reason? No DuesWe are a fellowship. FREMONT: FirstCongregational Church, 714 Hillcrest, Thursday, 10:45-11:45. Contact 689-6553, Marge.

Drug Problem? Narcotics Anonymous Now Meeting on Thursdays, 7pm,United Methodist Church, 1125 Newell St., White Cloud. (C, NS, BT)

Newaygo Al-Anon Meeting, 7:30pm, Monday. 18 Justice St., next to St.Marks Episcopal Church, behind City Hall.

Teen 12-Step Meeting Seventh Day Adventist-Baptist Church, 984 WilcoxStreet, White Cloud (next to the Teen Center) Tuesday 7:00-8:00pm.

Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault 24 Hour Crisis Line: If you are livingwith physical, emotional, or verbal abuse, Call 1-800-374-WISE. ServingMecosta, Osceola and Newaygo Counties.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: If you think you have a problem drinking,please call. Let no disabilities keep you away. We are accessible to you - 652-5574. O = Open Meeting, C = Alcoholics Only.

MORLEY: Open Meeting. Smoking allowed. 19180 Monroe, Morley. Call

Darryl for more info. (616) 826-0859.SPARTA: Sparta United Methodist Church, Monday 7:00pm; Monday,7:30pm, Frank 678-4534, Wednesdays, 12noon, Harold 678-7508, Wednesdays,8:00pm, Anggie 887-9952; Sparta Baptist Church, Fridays 7:30pm, Roger 887-8508 (Spanish Speaking)

KENT CITY: Kent City Baptist Church, Friday 12noon, Rick or Tonya 675-7663

SAND LAKE: Sand Lake Alcoholics Anonymous/NA: (AA/NA ClosedMeeting - Women Only). Sand Lake United Methodist Church (Bldg next tothe church), corner of Maple Street and Sixth Street, Tuesday at 7:00pm. (frontdoor entrance).

CROTON-HARDY: New Croton Township Hall, 5833 Division, Fri. 8pm - C;Sun. 7pm - O

HOWARD CITY: VFW Hall, 1/2 mile south of Howard City, Larry 616-723-5081, Wed. 7:30pm - O

GRANT: Community Bldg., 105 S. Front- 678-7508, Wed. 7:00pm - O.; Sun.7:00pm - O

FREMONT: St Johns Episcopal, 124 Sullivan TUES., WEDS. & FRI.: Noon-O;NCCS Building, 6308 S. Warner First SAT. of the month 6:30 Potlock 7:30Speaker - O, SUN. 11:00am - O; Fremont Christian Church, 10 E. Elm MON. -THURS. 12 Noon - O TUES. Al-Anon: 8:00pm SAT. 11AM - O.

Al-Anon: Tues. 8pm; Al-A teen: Tues. 8pm

NEWAYGO: St. Bartholomew Church, NS, 599 Brooks - Basement - John 924-

8027, Mon. 7:30pm - C; Step Mtg.; Thurs. 7:30pm - CNewaygo Area Alano Club: 8406 Mason/M-37, Behind Tracys Custom RiverBoats, just North of Speedway Unit #3. Mon. Noon (O), 7:30pm; Tues. Noon,7:30pm; Wed. Noon, 7:30pm; Thurs. Noon, 7:30pm; Fri. Noon, 5:30pm (Menonly), 7:30pm (NON-Smoking - Women only all types of recovery welcome);Sat. Noon, 7:30pm (3rd Sat. of month is open, non-smoking, potluck dinner6:30p, speaker meeting 7:30p, with game night following); Sun. 1:00pm, 7:30pm(O).

WHITE CLOUD: Mental Health Bldg. - Basement, 1049 Newell - 689-1779-Non-Smoking, Mon. & Wed. 8pm - C

SELF-HELP GROUP FOR EMOTIONAL OR MENTAL PROBLEMS: Is your ability to function and live a normal life impaired because you have anemotional or mental prob lem? Is stress, depression, anger, anxiety, panic attacks,substance abuse or fear getting in the way of you being able to really live? Newaygo County meeting, Fridays, 5:00pm, United Methodist Church, 240Williams Street, White Cloud. For more information, call 689-7330, or toll-free,1-800-968-7330.

of every month at Stanwood Free Methodist (Stanwood Dr. and Pierce Rd.)Call Bonnie @ 231-823-8002.

Free Kids Aerobics at the Lakeview Community Wellness Center,

Wednesdays from 3:30 - 4:15. Ages 5-10, Colliene Willison instructing. 423 N.Lincoln Avenue, Lakeview. 989-352-7510.

Hospice of Michigan Offers Living on Support Group 2nd Wednesdayof each month from 2:00pm 3:00pm at Veras House located at 18 Justice Stin Newaygo. For more information please call Diane Snyder at 231-924-6123or 800-837-3630.

The Howard City Harvest Festival Committee meets 2nd Wednesdayof month, 7:00pm, @ Timothy C. Hauenstein Reynolds Township Library.Volunteers are needed. Info. Call Cheryl @ 231-937-5686.

Mecosta County Sheriffs Posse meets at 7p.m. the second Thursday ofeach month in the basement of the Mecosta County jail. Looking for newmembers. For more information call (231) 796-0966.

Free Clothing for those in need - Seventh Day Adventist Church, 8060M-46, Lakeview, in the Community Building behind the church. Thursdaysfrom 1-4pm.

Free Western Square Dance Lessons - Newaygo St. Bartholomews Church- Thursday 3:30pm-6:00pm. Call Carole (231)652-6183.

Fish Fry every 2nd and 4th Thursday from 5 - 7pm at the Howard CityVFW Post 3306, 1001 S. Ensley Rd.

Come sew at Heritage United Methodist Church on Fridays from 10amto 3pm. Bring your machine and call for supply list. New projects every week.Call Debbie Castle at 231-354-6910 for more details or email at [email protected]. Everyone welcome.

Greenville Auction & Flea Market - Every Friday at the Old Meijer Storein Greenville on M-91. Flea market starts at 7:00am, Auction at 10:00am.Vendors and consignors wanted. Call 616-225-9999 or email [email protected].

Howard City Farmers Marketis open on Saturdays from 9am to 1pm.

Family Farm & Home Small Animals Sell and Swap 139 W River Dr,Newaygo 2nd Saturday of the month 8am-Noon 231-856-4641.

Gospel Jam @ Grace Community Church 9920 Reed Rd, Howard City, MI4th Saturday of each month from 6pm to 8pm in the fellowship hall. For moreinfo, please call the church @ 231-937-6440 or Gene @ 231-937-2036.

Every Sunday Sheridan VFW Post 5065 FREE Veterans Breakfast forVeterans and/or wives (companions) or widows at 209 W Washington 7:30am-8:45am.

Attention Seniors - Howard City Action Center, 132 E. Edgerton, open 7days a week. Call Karen West or Dawny Kniffen 231-937-5950 for weeklyschedule of events. Noon lunches Tues, Wed, Thurs.

Library Happenings:Grant Library Half off Fines Sale in June - Come back to the library in June!The Grant Area District Library is hosting half off your fines sale throughoutthe month of June for those persons who owe the Library an outstanding debt.If you have not been to the library for a long time because you think you havea fine, you can settle your account in June for half the amount of the fines. Thesale is on fines incurred at the Grant Area District Library only and does notapply to the $8.95 collection fee for those in collection. Please call the Libraryat 231-834-5713 to find out what you owe and how much your fine will bereduced. Feel free to stop in anytime in June and have your payment cut inhalf. The Library staff will be happy to help you, we dont bite. Drop by and seewhat you have been missing.

Awesome Plant Sale and Auction - Annuals, perennials, Herbs, Shrubs,Trees and More! Great Prices! Great Selection! Great Cause! Whether youneed one plant or 100...this is the sale you dont want to miss! Saturday, June11, 9:00am-2:00pm - KDL, Sand Lake Branch.

Around the World: Easy as 1 2 3 - Young children love to count! Explorenew cultures with stories, songs and crafts that celebrate counting around theworld. Wednesday, June 15, 6:30pm - KDL, Sand Lake Branch.

Summer Carnival - Celebrate summer! Celebrate reading! Join us forgames, crafts, prizes and tons of carnival-style fun! Saturday, June 18, 1:30pm- KDL, Sand Lake Branch.

Something small can do big things - The KDL Players, Allison Brito andDiane Forbes, present participatory folktales from three different countries.

They are The Lion and the Mouse (Greece), The Turnip (Russia) and TheGoat and the Chilies (Mexico) and they center around a single theme -Something Small Can Do Big Things. Tuesday, June 28, 1:30pm - KDL, SandLake Branch.

If you have ever wanted to join a bowling league, but cant lift the ballor play a round of tennis without running around the court, then jointhe Grant Area District Library every Monday between 4 and 5pm to playWii Sports. This fun gaming system allows the armchair athlete all the fun ofplaying the game, but without the need to sweat. Baseball, tennis, golf andbowling are among the games that will be played these Monday afternoons. Sobring a friend and come to the Library on Monday and see what a good sportyou can be! For more information, call the Library at 231-834-5713. Have fun,get involved and come play Wii with us.

Preschool Storytime at the Croton Library on Tuesdays from 10:00am-11:00am. Program is for 2-5 year olds and involves books, crafts, songs & fun.

The Friends of the Grant Area District Library meetat 10am on the thirdTuesday of the month in the Community Room. All interested persons arewelcome to attend. The library is located at 122 Elder St. in Grant.

The Friends of the Croton Township Library meet the first Wednesdayof each month at 1:00pm at the library. Please come if interested in helpingyour local library.

New Members Needed - The friends of the Timothy C. Hauenstien ReynoldsTownship Library is looking for additional members who are able and want to

help the friends of the Library excel in advancing the library. We meet the 2ndWednesday of the month. Please contact Vicky Paulen at 231-937-5190.

Friends of the White Cloud Community Library meet monthly, the firstThursday at 1:00 p.m. The library is located at 1038 Wilcox in White Cloud.Everyone is welcome.

Shelf Life Book Club - meets the 2nd Thursday of the month at 6:00 PMat the Tamarack District Library in Lakeview. Book titles are published inthe Shelf Life Book Club brochure and on the Monthly Event Flyers at thelibrary.

Wiggles and Giggles - is a toddler story time program, at 10:30 AM everyFriday at the Tamarack District Library in Lakeview that brings stories, songs,crafts and activity to your child.

The Newaygo Area Friends of the Library Bookstore, at Newaygo CityHall, open every Friday, 10am to 6pm and Memorial Day and Labor DayWeekends with hundreds of books at Bargain Prices. Proceeds for new LibraryBuilding Fund.

Upcoming Events:There will be a two month Hiatus of the weekly Monday nightEuchre games at the Sheridan VFW Post starting immediately. This willgive the players an opportunity to enjoy an uninterrupted summer holiday. Theeuchre games will resume at the Sheridan VFW Post starting Monday, August1, 2011.

Brian Maghielse, Assistant State Service Officer from the Veterans ofForeign Wars will be stationed at the Sheridan VFW Post #5065, located at209 W. Washington, Sheridan, MI 48884, on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of eachmonth from 9:00am - 4:00pm. You may call 989-291-9680 for an appointment.Walk ins are welcome!

Food Distribution to Individuals and Families in Need - The NewaygoCounty Mobile Food Pantry is scheduled at the following locations to distributefree food to individuals and families in need. Most food distributions takeapproximately one hour. Please Do Not arrive more than 30 minutes prior to thescheduled delivery time. Bring your own container to hold 50 lbs of food. Youwill check in upon arrival unless otherwise stated. Saturday, June 4th, 10:00am,Pine Grove Community Church, Howard City; Monday, June 6th, 5:00pm,Fremont United Methodist Church, Fremont; Wednesday, June 8th, 5:00pm,Weaver Park Pavilion, Hesperia, Sponsored by local area Churches; Thursday,

June 9th, 3:00pm, Amazing Grace Acres Church, Brohman; Saturday, June11th, 10:00am, First Christian Reformed Church, Fremont; Tuesday, June 14th,5:00pm, Resurrection Life Church, Newaygo; Wednesday, June 15th, 10:00am,First Baptist Church of Woodland Park, Sponsored by Action Resource Center;

Wednesday, June 15th, 5:00pm, All Saints Church, Fremont; Saturday, June18th, 10:00am, Grant Assembly of God, Grant.

Blood Drive at Resurrection Lutheran Church in Sand Lake, Monday, June6th, from 3:00 - 7:00 pm.

STAGE DOOR PLAYERS HOLDING AUDITIONS On Monday andTuesday, June 6 and 7, at 8 p.m., Stage Door Players is holding open auditionsfor their upcoming summer show entitled Sex Please, Were Sixty written byMichael Parker and Susan Parker. This hilarious comedy takes place in Mrs.Stancliffes Rose Cottage Bed and Breakfast where her guests return year afteryear. The next door neighbor believes the women come back to visit with himalthough Mrs. Stancliffe denies this. The plot thickens when Henry Mitchell,a retired chemist, enters the picture. Add all these together and you have aside-splitting show. Plan to come to auditions at the Stage Door Theatre, 1147Wilcox, White Cloud and have a part in this comedy. Two men and 4 womenare needed. If you have any questions or need further information, pleasecontact Kristian Phillippy at 924-0248.

Herbs for Everyday Ailments Would you like to learn more about herbsand how to use them for everyday health challenges? Join Tonya Nichols forher presentation Herbs for Everyday Ailments on Tuesday, June 7th at 6pmat the Timothy C Hauenstein Reynolds Township Library. Learn which herbscan be used for specific ailments and the importance of knowing the quality ofthe herbs you buy. A demonstration of Muscle Testing, also known as AppliedKinesiology, will be included to help you determine the herbs that will work best

for you. Tonya Nichols graduated from Ferris State University with a Bachelorsdegree in Pharmacy and went on to complete her Doctor of Pharmacy from theUniversity of Florida . She has also received Natural Wellness Certificationfrom Clayton College of Natural Health and is currently a student at The

Naturopathic Institute of Therapies & Education in Mt. Pleasant . She hasrecently opened her own business, Sisters of Sage, llc, which focuses onnutrition and natural therapies as a means to health and wellness. This programis not intended as a substitute for the advice of a licensed physician.

Linda Weger from MMAP, Inc (Medicare/Medicaid AssistanceProgram) will be the speaker at the Lakeview Area Seniors Programon Tuesday, June 7th. Ms. Weger will review programs that are available toseniors. Her Program entitled Navigating Medicare will begin at 2:00 PM atthe Lakeview United Church of Christ. Arrive at 1:00 PM for snacks, cards,games and conversation. Plan to attend and bring a friend.

The monthly Food Pantry sponsored by the Sheridan VFW Auxiliary willbe held on Thursday, June 9, 2011. The food will be distributed in the basementof the VFW from 8:30am until 12 noon.

Attention Crafters! The Lakeview Jaycees will be holding an Arts andCrafts Expo on Saturday, June 18th, 2011 from 9am-4pm. We are looking forexhibitors. The show will be outside and there will be a registration fee of $25.For more information or to reserve a space please call Katie at 989-620-4562.

Cazz Daze, Casnovia School District NO 8, Friday, June 24th 4:00 - midnight,Entertainment Tent 4pm to midnight, featuring The Eschelons 5pm-7pm and

The Bimini Brothers 8pm-midnight, Chicken BBQ 5pm-8pm, 50/50 drawing10pm, Saturday, June 25th, 8am - midnight, Village wide garage/yard salesall day, Main Street Vendors 8am-4pm, 5k Casnovia run/walk 9am (8amregistration) MC Flair Womens Expo in the Old School 10am-5pm, Car Show10am-4pm, Bed races 11am following the parade (registration at 10am), Kidsgames at the park 10am-1pm, Parade 11am, Horseshoe tournament 12:30pm(noon registration), Fire Dept. Waterball Tournament 1pm, EntertainmentTent noon to midnight, featuring The Generation Gap 2pm-7pm and Snapshot8pm-midnight, Pig Roast 5pm-8pm and 50/50 raffle drawing at 10pm. Pleasecall the Village Office at 616-675-4780 or Kelly at 616-914-9648.

MUSIC BY THE POND 2011 - Presented by Glen Curtis Foundation,Village of Edmore and Edmore Chamber of Commerce. Location: Gazebo nextto Curtis Pond - Sheldon St. - Edmore. When: Sunday evenings at 6:30 pm on

June 26, July 31 and Aug 28. Please bring your own lawn chairs or blankets. Incase of rain all shows will be moved into the Curtis Building. JUNE - StrictlyCountry Band featuring Les & Darlene Jenkins, the mellow tones of RockKing. Michigan Hall of Famers Jerry Bissell and John Capen, with Pat Kaneon the drums. Also singing is Joe Konkoly. If you like country music, you willlike Strictly Country. JULY - Ionia - Maple Valley Community Band hasa new program this year which includes a variety of music. We will hear DixieLand, marches and some swing. This 30 piece band has musicians from all overincluding Belding, Ionia, Vermontville, Greenville, Grand Rapids and manyother surrounding areas. AUGUST - Gravel Ridge come and listen to musicperformed by one of our areas local bands. They will perform bluegrass for our

listening enjoyment. Our evening of music will wind down the Edmore PotatoFestival with ice cream being served by the local Edmore area Chamber ofCommerce.

UAW Local 548 Retirees Picnic: Retirees from Michigan Plating &Stamping, Gulf & Western and CEMSI - Saturday July 16th, Rain or Shineat Long Lake Park, West side of lake. 10am - ???pm. Lunch at noon. Hot dogsfurnished, bring a dish to pass and table service. Long Lake Drive, Sparta MI.

Flea Market- Every Saturday, thru Oct 29, 9am 3pm. Flea Market will bein our Mel Trotter Sparta Store parking lot. Booth spaces available. Please call616-887-4021 for information on booth rentals.

Old fashioned square dance - Howard City VFW $5/mo, year round,Monday 1-4pm, Potluck at 2:15pm. Call Carole (231)652-6183.

Life Style Change, Weight loss etc @ Natures Atrium every tues 6:30pm-7:30pm Call 231-937-9370.

Interested in local, healthy food sources, preparation, and informativediscussions? Westen A Price Foundation meetings 6:30pm every 3rd Tuesday


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Due to the death of my husband, selling at auction listed items.

ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES: Over 60 mantle & wall clocks, allnice! OAK curved glass china; OAK hall tree with seat; OAK Macey4 dr. file; OAK spool cabinet; OAK bookcase/secretary; OAK shavingcabinet; OAK desk; OAK table; OAK buffet; lift top desk; marble topcommode & dresser; dining room table & chairs; dressers; inlaid lamptable; marble top lamp table; chiffarobe; organ stool; settee; Edisonfloor mod. crank phonograph; other furniture, etc. etc.EXTRA LARGEAMOUNT OF SMALL COLLECTIBLE: including dozens of ink wells;lamps; saws; steel wheels; crocks and jugs; OAK crank wall phone;lightning rods & parts; blue swirl granite; floor mod. corn sheller; Ro-seville, Hull & McCoy pottery; tin type photos; panel lamps; leadedglass windows; coffee grinders; paper weights; padlocks; hammeredaluminum; black collectible prints; tobacco cutter; dasher butterchurn; sausage stuffer; string holder; etc. etc. EQUIPMENT & TOOLS:ASV Mod. RC-30 All Service Loader with tracks; 48 brush hog (fitsloader) Allis Chalmers Mod. D-14 tractor; AC plow, AC disc; AC forks;3pt. Cultivator; JD rope trip plow; KNAACK work site tool chest 5

wide; Miller Big 40 portable arc welder with 4 cyl. gas engine;many Ridgid pipe fitter tools; table saw; hand tools; Port-a-Band saw;drills. NICE COIN COLLECTION: US coins; world coins etc.; Pocketwatch: LOCLE Straight Line # 44717 lever key wind (18 carat fine);jewelry etc. GUNS: 4 shot guns & 2 rifles; etc. etc. LARGEST INTER-ESTING 2 RING AUCTION IN THE COUNTRY!

See web site for 200 photos and complete listing,including coins and guns.

artsmithauctions.comor call for flyer @ 616-696-2598

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PUBLIC AUCTIONINCLUDING COLLECTIBLES, FISH LURES, TOOLS, GLASSWARE, FURNITURE AND MORE!

DATE: SATURDAY, JUNE 11 @ 10:00 A.M.(NOTE DAY AND TIME)

LOCATION: 5983 S. Warner (Sale Center) FREMONT, MICHIGAN 49412DIRECTIONS:Main Street in Fremont East to blinker light (by high school). Go South on Stewart (turns into Warner Ave.) to Sale Center.

SELLERS:Estate of Marilyn Cripps (Marilyn Anns Taylor Shop) and Others.COLLECTIBLES: Hand Etchings from the Netherlands (came with the immigrants) and Austria, Framed and Matted EuropeanPicture, Milk Can, Floor Hob Nail Lamp, Approx. 250 Records 33 1/3 and 45s (including Elvis, Johnny Cash, Hank Williams andmore) Norman Rockwell Plates, Lord Nelson Decorative Plates, Apple Peeler, Silver Serving Dishes, Germany Pitcher, Hull Pitcher,

Fire File, 2 Sets of Doll China, 10 Gallon Milk Can, Oil Lamps, Avon Ruby Red (Several Pieces), Pink Depression Stemware, Snow-

Globes, Precious Moments, Depression Glass, Several Pieces of Fiesta including Plates, saucers, bowls, salt and pepper, pitcherand more, Pyrex dishes, Pedestal Cake Plate, Childrens Books, Flatware, Crock Pot, Canister Set, Leaded Glass, Oil Painting on

Canvas, Several Pictures, Childs Book Ends, Conquest Vase, Marble Cherub, Iron Mirror, Wrought Iron clothes Hooks, Wind Up

Porcelain Clock (old), Soapstone Chariot and Horses, Gerber Baby Print, Italian Floral Painting, Cast Iron Bank, 33 1/3 RecordsIngraham Wall Clock, Victrola Records, Games, Christmas Decoration, Nativity Set, Large Variety of Glass Dishes etc., Small Kitchen

Appliances, Electric Room Heater, Books, Power Steamer, Fans, Linens, 45s and 331/3 Records, George Forman on Stand, JVC

Digital Camcorder, 35 MM Camera w/extra Lens, Play Station 2 w/ all controller and Games, MI Law Books, DVDs, Liberty Bell BookEnds, Canning Jars, Fans, and MORE! FURNITURE: China Hutch, Doll House, Curio Cabinet, Duncan Fife Table and chairs, Smaller

China Hutch, Marble Top Plant Stand, Oval Coffee Table, Window Air Conditioner, Love Seat and Chair, Rockers, Wood Directors

Chair, Folding Chairs, Marble Octagon End Table, Maytag Side by Side Refrigerator, GE Electric Range, Queen Size Bed w/ Pillowtop, Mirrored Dresser, Chest of Drawers, Day Bed with Slide out Guest bed, Ladder Back Rocker, Plaid Couch and Love Seat, Library

Table, Mission Style Rocker, File Cabinets, Dressers, Large Sectional Desk, Sear Upright Freezer, 3 Older Refrigerators, Whirlpool

Washer, GE Dryer, Small Chest Freezer, AND MORE! GARAGE/VEHICLES/GUNS:2007 Moped C-3 1240 Miles Helmet included,1989 Dodge Ram Ton 360 Engine 2 WD w/ Sprayed on Bed liner and Deer Guard, New Radiator, New Set of Brake Rotors, Sig

Arms-Sig Sauer Pistol Semi Auto .40 Caliber 3 Magazines/Trigger Lock/Carry Case Model P229 SN AL15630, Sig Arms MouserM-Z 40 Cal. Semi Auto 2 Magazines SN MC001633, Iver Johnson 22 LR Semi Auto Pistol, 4 Extra Magazines for .40 Cal., Champion

Outboard Motor, Bostich Roof Air Nailer (used very little) Knives (Case/Buck/Barlow), Many Small Tools (Wrenches, Screw Drivers,

Wood Chisels, Socket Sets etc.),Smelt Nets, Reese Hitches, Flasher Light Unit, Left Handed Compound Bow, Older Fishing Lures,Ice Screen, Fish Reel, Nets, Spud, Boots, Ice Auger, Several Fishing Poles, Sled, Coleman Lantern in Fish Seat, 2 sets of New

Brake Rotors, Box of Spare Parts (Filters, Lights, Belts), Bench Grinder, Top Light for Vehicle (12 Volt), Extension Cords, Saddles,

Electric Dryer, Steel Cabinet, Car Creeper, Recurve Bow, Golf Clubs and Bag, Skies and Boots, Lawn Cart, Mongoose Bike, 2 HPAir Compressor, 5 Gallon Air Tank, Deck Umbrella, Socket Set, Snow Board, Big Horn Saddle #266 Nearly New, Goite Fish Reels

made 30-40s Birmingham MI. Bristol Octagonial Steel Fishing Rod, 14 Band Saw, Craftsman 12 Band Saw, Small Table Saw,

Ladders, Shallow Well Pump and Tank, Parts Organizer, Ryobi Multi Tool, Bench Grinder, Makita Sawzall, Campbell Hausfield AirCompressor, Battery Charger, Bench Top Belt Sander, Shop Vac, Boat Anchor, 2-Smokers, Car Ramps, Camp Stove, Several Fish

Poles, Reels (Haddon, South Bend, Mitchell), 12 Ga Shot Gun Ammo, Box of Cedar Arrows, and MORE!

AUCTIONEERS NOTE: Come and join us for this fine lineup of Tools, Collectibles, Guns, Furniture and More! Something here for everyone.

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These adorable kittensneed a loving home. Theyare all females about 8weeks old. They have allbeen spayed, are currenton vaccinations and havebeen treated for fleas aswell as any parasites. If youwant one of these adorable

kittens in your home, thetotal fee is $90.00 whichcovers the cost of medicalcare along with a $10.00adoption fee.

Go to www.petfinder.com/shelters/montcalm.htmlfor a full list of adoptable animals.

Hours: Mon. 3 - 6 pm;Tu, W, Th. 12 Noon - 6 pm; Fri. 3 - 6 pm.

Males dogs are $115.00 which covers the neuter surgery as well as allvaccinations a heartworm test and a $20.00 adoption fee. Females are$125.00 which includes all of the above as well. $10.00 is required forMontcalm County Residents for the Dog License at the time of adop-tion. Male cats are 70.00 which includes FVRCP vaccine as well as arabies vaccine and the neuter Surgery. Females are $75.00 whichincludes all of the above. In some cases an animal may need extratreatment such as for ear mites or fleas or an injury, in that case

the adoption price may be more. Please see www.montcalm.petfinder.com for in individual animals and their prices.

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030 Special Notices

VOLUNTEER HOST

HOMES are needed forAugust arriving high schoolexchange students from

Asia, Europe and SouthAmerica. Homes with orwithout children - Yes!1-(877)417-9675.

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AnimalsLOST HUSKY 6 months old, black

and white. One blue eye. 100.00

reward. Call 616-636-8401

050 Help Wanted

MPI HAS FULL-TIME positions avail-able starting at $8/hourly to $11.50/hour.Newly remodeled office, new hours andpaid weekly. We need loyal people thathave it in their heart to fund raise forbreast cancer and public safety groups.So all men and women call us at(231)796-9286 for an interview.

PART-TIME SUMMER JOBS available.Good candidates would live in the CedarSprings, Howard City, Sand lake, Neway-go areas. Must be able to work days, earlyevenings and weekends. Must be neat inappearance, have an outgoing person-ality and like to work outdoors. MotorSports background a plus. Positions to befilled: Registration, Score-keeping,andFlagmen/Inspection. Open interviewswill be held on Tuesday June 14th

between 12:00pm-5:00pm at the PiersonBanquet Hall-across the road from thePost Office which is 7 S. 4th St. Pierson.

050 Help Wanted

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COORDINATOR

Want a part-time job with 1st shift

hours? If you are a responsible self-starter who likes to drive, we have anopportunity for you! We are seeking areliable individual to work 25-30 hoursin our Circulation Department. Thisperson would be responsible for coor-dinating dealer sales; collection, main-tenance and repair of coin boxes; andassisting with other department func-

tions. Some lifting required.

The ideal candidate will have somebasic computer skills and mechani-cal aptitude (or a willingness to learn)and be able to represent us profes-sionally by providing good customerservice. We provide the vehicle, but asafe driving record and being com-fortable driving in all types of weatheris a must.

To apply, send a letter of interest andresume to:

Nina JonesHR Manager

The Pioneer Group115 N. Michigan Avenue

Big Rapids, MI 49307

or email [email protected]

Drug screen, driving record andbackground

check are required.

090 BusinessServices

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LAWN MAINTENANCE:

MOWING, trimming, lighlandscaping.call 616-557-3043.

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CHILD CARE OPENINGS, 3 yrs oldand up. Kids Korner Child Care Cen-ter, 130 Muenscher St. Howard City.231-937-5765.

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Hardy Dam, washer/dryer, natural gas. Nopets. $450/month plus utilities and secu-rity deposit. 231-652-2932.

2 BEDROOM SINGLEWIDEwith shed,Croton, natural gas/central air,waher/dryer, no pets, $450/month plusutilites and security deposit. 231-652-2932.

A DEALSO Good...you'll read this ad twice!Act Fast to receive oneyear of FREE lawn CareService! Lease Your Homefrom only $699/Month.Over 1,400 sq.ft. ALLAppliances, Washer/Dryer.

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SUMMERDANCESCHEDULEMondays and Wednesdays Starting June 20thMom & Tot (18 mos. - 3 year olds)

Kinderdance (3-4 year olds)

Zumba Kids Tap/Jazz Combo (5-8 year olds)

Ballet (7-13 year olds) Hip Hop

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Dont Let Your

Tires TireBy Craig W. Armstrong

We know what they are and we know what they do,

but do we know how to take care of them? Most of us

dont think about our tires until they are flat, but not

only will proper tire maintenance save you money, it

could save your life.

Check your tire pressure regularly-monthly and be-

fore long trips. You can purchase a traditional pencil

gauge or an easy-to-read digital gauge. (Public pres-

sure gauges are subject to abuse and may not be reli-

able.) Check all four tires when theyre cold (be-

fore startup) or after the car has set for at least threehours. Be sure to occasionally check your spare tire

also. You will find the recommended psi (pounds per

square inch) in the vehicle owners manual or on the

drivers side doorjamb; some vehicles may also have

the information inside the fuel hatch filler flap or the

glove compartment door. DO NOT rely on the pres-

sure indicated on the tire; that is the maximum psi

and does not take into account driving conditions and

situations (speed, load, etc.).

Your tire gauge will tell you how much pressure is inthe tire. If its under the recommendation, add some

air... BUT DONT OVERINFLATE. Because air

expands when its hot and contracts when its cold,

its best to inflate your tires in the morning before the

days heat. Underinflated tires have greater friction

with the road, causing your car to work harder and

be less fuel-efficient; underinflation also causes un-

necessary wear on tires.

Next check the wear on your tires. If the wear is ex-

cessive, you will see a smoothness that has replaced

tread. A way to check tread wear is to enlist the help

of our 16th president. Place a penny into the tires

groove with Lincolns head upside down and facing

toward you. If you can see the top of honest Abes

head, its time for a new tire. Any tread depth less

than 1/16 inch is not only dangerous but is illegal in

many states

Your driving style has an effect on the health and

longevity of your tires. Do you drive fast? Driving at

high speeds generates heat and will reduce the life of

the tread. Its also important to consider what youre

driving over. Avoid potholes, curbs, road kill and oth-

er obstructions.Another way to keep your tires in good working order

is to rotate them every 5,000 to 6,000 miles. Rotating

your tires allows them to wear more evenly. If the tires

are original to your vehicle, your owners manual will

tell you when to rotate. If they are replacements, the

shop that installed them will recommend a schedule.

Being aware of the age of your tires is essential for

safety. Because aged tires can deteriorate from the in-

side, it is recommended that tires over six years old

not be used. Federal regulations require that a

river valley news shopper, june 6, 2011

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