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Business After Hours set for March 15 Public is Encouraged to Attend! This is a grea greatt time to network and Please join the Montcalm County meet with other business owners. Area Chamber of Commerc C ommerce e at their You can also enjoy appeti appetizers, zers, tour next Business After Hours. After Hours the business, check out all of the hosted by The Edgar Farm Place from products and services offered, enter 5:30-630 p.m. on Thursday, March to win the door prize, and possibly 15, 2012. Appetizers will be served. win the cash prize. (Must be a ChamLocated at 11681 W. Howard City- ber Member and present to win) Edmore Road (intersection of M-46 Find out more at TheEdgarFarm@ and Gravel Ridge), in Lakeview. aol.com. LETTER TO THE EDITOR POLICY

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Making an original statement West Michigan Regional (art) Competition runs March 22-April 26 in Lowell Public Reception: Reception: Sunday, March 25 from 2-4 p.m. Juror’s Statement and Awards presented at 3:30 p.m. The 26th annual West Michigan Regional (art) Competition at LowellArts! runs from March 22-April 26, with a public reception on Sunday, March 25 from 2-4 p.m. Gallery hours for Lowell Arts! are Tuesday - Fri-

day from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday from 1 - 4 p.m. LowellArts! is located at 149 S. Hudson, Lowell, Michigan, 49331. This year’s juror is Anne Norcross, Assistant Professor and Program Chair of the Art History program at Kendall College of Art and Design of Ferris State University. She is also the Coordinator of the Visual Resource

OBITUARY

Ronald Cash Jr. Ronald Cash Jr., 49, of Greenville, passed away March 1, 2012, at his residence. He was born Oct. 13, 1962, in Grand Rapids, the son of Ronald Sr. and Melva (Parks) Medawis. During his working years he worked in the Tool and Die Industry for 15 years. Ron loved shshing, hunting, playing pool and spending time with family and friends. He is survived by his father, Ron Cash Sr. of Caledonia; his mother, Melva (Henry) Medawis of Howard City; his children, Ronald Cash III, Jennifer Cash and Jason Cash; three granddaughters, Serenity, Amyia and Kylie; brothers and sisters, Kim Cash of Greenville, Troy (Kristi) Hitts of Morley, Laura Gronseth of Minnesota, Kendra Sevarns of Ravenna and several step brothers and sisters; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his brother Ricky. Funeral Services took place on Monday, March 5, 2012, at 3 p.m. at the Heckman Funeral Home with Pastor Eric Coulon ofciating with burial in the Aetna Cemetery in Morley.

LETTER TO THE EDIT EDITOR OR NEEDING HELP TO THE EDITOR: The Ofcers and the Members of the Morley American Legion KnoxHelms Post 554 would like to thank the citizens of Morley, Stanwood, Howard City, Big Rapids, Lakeview and the surrounding area for the many years of support to our Post. As you you can imagine we are are suffering, suffering, along with many other organizations and businesses, due to the dismal economic condition of our country, especially in our area. We along with other businesses are now “Feeling The Pain” of a lack of stable revenue coming into our club. With this in mind we would like to mention the numerous contributions to our community both by our Ladies Auxiliary and the Legionnaires, such as Funeral Luncheons, Children Easter Egg Hunt, Christmas with Santa, Food Pantry, Back Roads Christmas for the needy. We do luncheons/Bingo twice a year with the Veterans from the Grand Rapids Home for Veterans. We have Bingo twice a week for the community, Men’s on Thursday and Women’s on Sunday, we have the baseball eld for the kids in the summer and numerous contributions to local events. We now need some help, on Saturday, March 24, 2012, we will be sponsoring a Special Benet Dinner from 6 to 9 p.m. to help support our cause. cau se. This will be a Swiss with allwill the trimmings. Thesteak cost dinner of the dinner be $7.95, music will be provided as well from 8 to 11 p.m. We are in hopes that we see many of our community members on the 24th of March, but even more satisfying would be a visit to our Post which is “ALWAYS OPEN TO THE PUBIC” would be appreciated. Sincerely Yours, Post Commander Post Adjutant

Collection. Ms. Norcross’ teaching interests and research is in the history and interpretation of the arts of the United States from the seventeenth through the twentieth centuries, and the history and criticism of modern art and culture. Cash prize monies now total $2,050 with First Place recipient receiving $750 versus

last year’s $500, and all other prizes increasing as well. Five prizes will be awarded in the following categories: Best of Show - $500; 1st Place - $400; 2nd Place - $300; 3rd Place - $200; and 4th Place - $100. In addition the juror will select artworks for special recognition awards. Participation is open to Lower West Michigan artists 18

yrs. and older. Eligible counties include Oceana, Newaygo, Mecosta, Muskegon, Ottawa, Kent, Montcalm, Ionia, Allegan, Barry, Van Buren, Kalamazoo, Berrien, Cass, and Saint Joseph. For more information, call (616) 897-8545 or e-mail: info@ lowellartsmi.org or visit www. lowellartsmi.org.

Great tips for expecting parents STATEPOINT MEDIA

New parents have a lot to think about. From setting up the nursery, to picking out a name, there are so many details to consider, both small and large. Here are some tips to make your baby’s arrival easier:

PREPARE YOUR HOUSEHOLD Bringing home a baby is going to shake things up for every member of your household, so you should get everyone ready for the change. Doctors suggest exposing pets to the smells and sounds of babies in advance of your child’s arrival. Playing a recording of baby noises, and letting your pooch smell baby lotions will help him know what to expect. If you have an older child, have an age-appropriate discussion with them about what it will mean to be a big brother or sister. Don’t forget to have your house clean and ready for the new arrival. Do laundry in ad vance of the due date so you won’t worry about having plenty of fresh clothes and towels, and prepare several meals that can be frozen and stored so you won’t have to cook. THROW A SHOWER The single best way to make sure you have everything you’ll need and want for your new baby is to throw a shower. Motivate your guests to come bearing beautiful gifts for your little one by inviting them with unique baby shower invitations from an online stationery store like Minted.com. Be sure to mention your registry, so attendees don’t double up on presents. Aside from big ticket See BABY  page page 7

Bryan and Jandin Miller are Miller are pleased to announce the birth of their precious daughter Nora Beckett Miller. Born

of Vestaburg became parents of a baby boy. Isaiah Gregory Brock was born at 7:52 a.m. on Feb. 6, 2012. He was 8 pounds, 9 ounces and 21 1/2 inches long. Isaiah has 2 sisters; Octavia Arnold and Essence Brock and one brother, Omariay Anderson. Grandparents are Dan Anderson, Roslyn Davis of Pontiac, MI., Vivian Anderson and Dock Rodgers of Flint. Shaina Johnson and Scott Jensen of Vestaburg became Vestaburg became parents of a baby

pounds, 3 ounces and was 18 inches long. She has one sister, Lynnette Bouee and 3 brothers; James Bouee, Tracee Nathan and Dominik Nathan. Grandparents are Tracy Larson of Gowen and Vickie Brigham of Stanton. James and Darcianna Coyne of Belding became Belding became parents of a baby boy. Brennan Clark Coyne was born at 5:52 p.m., on Feb. 17, 2012. He weighed 8 pounds, 13 ounces and was 21 inches long. Brennan has one brother, Alex-

at 3:27 a.m. on Feb. 11, ces 2012. Audrey wasweighed born Feb. James Coyne. Grandparents are, 7, 2012 at Lynn 8:07 Jensen p.m., she 7 ander Clark and Stacy Coyne of Howard City, weighed 7-pounds, 11-oun 11-ounces andNora was girl. pounds, 11 ounces and was 19 1/2 inch Terry and Barbara Crouch of Orleans and 19.5 inches long. es long. Audrey has 2 sisters, Madelyn Steven and Sandra Kain of Coral. Proud grandparents are Don and Wendy and Lucuis Schrauben of Ruth Ann Armstrong of Sand Lake and and Kiley. Grandparents are Doris Johnson and Dean Johnson of Vestaburg, Kay Lakeview became parents of a baby girl became Paul and Kathy Miller of Brethren. Jensen of Edmore and Scott Jensen of on Feb. 20, 2012 at 6:41 p.m. Maya MaDelighted great-grandmothers are rie Schrauben was 8 pounds, 1 ounce Janet Miller of Manistee, Elaine Miller of Six Lakes. Jennifer and Tracy Nathan of Stan- and 21 inches long. Grandparents are Brethren, Esther Armstrong of Pierson ton became became parents of a baby girl. Bella Steven and Dawn Smaller of Edmore, and Nora “Norma Jean” Gross of Sand ton Jean Marie Nathan was born at 4:44 Larry Harris of Lakeview and Sherry HopLake.

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RIVER VALLEY NEWS SHOPPER • MONDAY MONDAY,, MARCH 12, 2012

COMMUNITY NEWS

Hometown Hero Pvt. Christopher M. McCall Army Pvt. Christ opher M. McCall has graduated from basic infantry training at Fort Benning, Columbus, Ga. During the nine weeks of training, the soldier received training in drill and ceremonies, weapons, map reading, tactics, military courtesy, military justice, physical tness, rst aid, and Army history, core values and traditions. Additional training included development of basic combat skills and battleeld operations and tactics, and experiencing use of various weapons and weapons defenses available to the infantry crewman. The son of Katina Goodfellow of Morley and Christopher McCall of Greenville, McCall is a 2010 graduate of Tri-County High School, Howard City.

MCC presents ‘The Adventures of Rose Red’ SIDNEY – Montcalm Community College’s Drama Class presents “The Advent ures of Rose Red (Snow White ’s Less Famous Sister),” a comedy by Sean Abley that is suitable for all ages, at 2 p.m. on March 17 and at 2 and 4 p.m. on March 18 in MCC’s Barn Theater. Admiss ion i s fr ee. Area element ary an d middle schools may book a private performance by contacting MCC Performing Arts Coordinator Val Vander Mark at [email protected] or (989) 3281218.

Explore ‘The at ArtMCC of Photography’ SIDNEY – “The Art of Photography” exhibit and sale is March 5-29 in Montcalm Community College’s Instruction

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North Building Art Gallery. Exhibit hours are Mondays from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Tuesdays through Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Contact MCC Visual Arts Coordinator Carolyn Johnson at [email protected] or 989328-1248 for more information.

MCC sets informational meetings about 2013 study abroad trip SIDNEY – Learn how you can immerse yourself in the rich culture of China and discover this country of more than one billion people during Montcalm Community College’s nine-day study abroad trip from June 20-28, 2013. In partnership with EF Educational Tours, MCC offers this trip to its students as well as community mem bers not enroll ed at MCC. Informatio nal meeting, April 10 at noon in room D308 in MCC’s Beatrice E. Doser Building in Sidney. The trip is led by MCC Performing Arts Coordinator Val Vander Mark and MCC Psychology Instructor Jessica Snyder. Contact Vander Mark at valv@mon tcalm.edu or 989-328 -1218, or Snyder at jess [email protected] or 989-328-1229 or visit www.montcalm. edu/studyabroad.aspx for more information.

learn about rotator cuff tears and its affect on everyday activities. Dr. Adam Cote will discuss how a torn rotator cuff weaken s your shoulder and can make common tasks, such COTE as combing your hair or getting dressed, difcult and painful. Plus, you’ll learn why poor posture, falling, and repetitive stress can cause a rotator cuff tear. For more information, contact CCH Public Relations at (989) 584-3971, ext. 237.

Travel to Chicago with MCC

Dr. Adam Cote to discuss rotator cuff tears at Brown Bag Lunch Series

SIDNEY – Montcalm Community College invites people to travel by bus March 24 to Chicago and experience the Field Museum of Natural History, Shedd Aquarium, the Adler Planetarium, the Art Institute of Chicago or the Museum of Science & Industry. Registration is underway for students and costs $15. The cost is $30 for non-students and registration begins March 8. Participants have time to visit one or two attractions during the trip. Adult admission is $15 for the Field Museum of Natural History and $12 for students with a student ID and senior citiz ens; $8 for Shedd Aquarium; $12 for the Adler Planetarium and $10 for senior citizens; $18 for adults and $12 for students with a student ID and senior citizens at the Art Instit ute of Chicago; and $15 for

CARSON CITY — Mark your calendars for the March Brown Bag Lunch Series at Carson City Hospital (CCH) on Wednes day, March 21, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in Conference Room A to

adults and $14 for senior citizens at the Museum of Science & Industry. The bus leaves MCC at 6:45 a.m., picks up passengers at the Greenville Wal-Mar t parking lot at 7:15 a.m. and returns to MCC at 10 p.m.

To register online visit www.montcalm.edu/noncredit.aspx, call (989) 328-1213 or (877) 328-2111, ext. 213, or visit MCC’s Busine ss Ofce, located in the Donald C. Burns Administration/ Library Building on the college’s Sidney campus. Checks, cash and major credit cards are accepted, and payment is due at registration.

Register now for MCC’s summer classes SIDNEY – Registration for Montcalm Community College’s summer 2012 session is under way at http:// my.montcalm.edu and continues through May 31. The schedule is available through My.Montcalm at http://my.montcalm. edu. Select the Registration/Records tab to access the course search and registration functions.

Paranormal author Nicole Bray to speak Nicole Bray, the founder of the West Michigan Ghost Hunters Society, which formed in October 1999 has helped nd answers to the “unexplainable.” “unexplainable.” Nicole delved into the paranormal world at a young age. Growing up in a house where the former owner had committed suicide, Nicole began to research the phenomenon that was surrounding her on a daily basis. Eventually her passion of the paranormal led her to start one of the best known in vestigative teams in Michigan. She has co-authored Michigan’s Haunted Nightlife, Paranormal Lansing and Haunted History of Kalamazoo with Reverend Robert DuShane. Come talk to Nicole and nd out about her investigative team at the Timothy C. Hauenstein Reynolds Township Library on Tuesday, March 20 at 6:30 p.m.

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STANTON — The following individuals have had a marriage license application completed at the Montcalm County Clerk’s ofce. They are: Brandon T. L. Smith, 17, of Greenville and Jaimie Lee Smith, 25, Ionia; Matthew J. Musser, 20, and Samantha L. Andersen, 18, both of Trufant; Eduardo G. Nieto, Jr., 42, of Pierson and Sally S. Proctor, 40, of Lakeview; Joseph D. Roger-Scoeld, 20, of Belding and Sarah Elizabeth Harris, 25, of GreenGreen ville; Jesse R. Shackelford, 22, and Amber N. Hansma, 23, both of Lakeview; Ashton L. Welch, Welch, 21, and Jessica Jessica F. DelaDelacourt, 21, both of Vestaburg; Corey L. Fulger, 22, and Nicole L. Mills, 22, both of Stanton;

Kan., and Julia C. Vanderhoef, 23, of Lakev iew; Jestin K. Gehrke, 28, and Ruth E. Tyson, 28, both of Greenville; Kent C. Depue, 26, of Lakeview and Heather M. Thompson, 27, of Greenville; Rion R. Hanes, 21, of Grand Rapids and Sandra M. Hannon, 22, of Sand Lake; Anthony T. Smith-Dem Smith-Demore, ore, 43, and and Kristy Kristy M. Marek, 39, both of Howard City; Troy L. Bentley, 37, and Elsa R. Cook, 38, both of Howard City; City; Gary L. Luttrell, 51, of Six Lakes and NiNi cole D. Sosnowski, 42, of Howard City; John W. Colby Jr., 43, and Cindy L. Chris Chri stie, 44, both of Pierson; Robert P. Struble, 58, and Amy Sue Mikek, 41, both of Sheridan; Francis E. Jones, 68, and Sharon L. Reau,

James A. Swartz, 39, and Rebecca A. SiSi mons, 26, both of Pierson; Richard M. Smigelski, 41, and Sarah E. Packard, 26, both Edmore; Robert I. Hernandez, 43, and Dana L. Grifn, 36, both of Greenville; Adam R. R. Hamrick, Hamrick, 31, 31, and Carrie J. GuinGuinnup, 32, both of Stanton; Jeffrey T. McKelvey, 39, of Kalamazoo and Mary R. Sakon, 38, Howard City; Justin W. Jackson, 24, and Dawn M. Hall, 25, both of Howard City; Michael P. Wiser, 39, and Ashley J. Hall, 26, both of Crystal; Michael R. Thompson, 32, of Almena,

65, both of Edmore; Chad R. Powers, 32, and Patricia A. OlsOls son, 29, both of Edmore; Travis J. Miller, 32, and Mary K. Poma, 27, both of Crystal; Eric J. Eskildsen, 22, of Cedar Lake and Krystal D. Green, 24, of Edmore; Paul G. Wilson, 47, of Coral and Kathy A. Houghland, 53, of Kentwood; Michael A. McCarthy, 40, and Kristine R. Newman, 43, both of Edmore; Daniel R. Smith II, 23, and Tiffany J. TonToner, 21, both of Edmore; and Todd C. Bean, 41, and Tina L. Dreyer, 28, both of Sand Lake.

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parents support the idea of giftedness at birth, but this is not supported by the evidence,” says Adesman. In fact, in some cases, early “achievements” may indicate a potential problem — for example,showing an inclination to be left- or right-handed before 18 months of age (children should use both hands equally until this age). Myth 4: Touching your baby’s soft spot can hurt his brain.

The fontanel, or soft spot, at the Myth 2: Babies should be bathed front of your baby’s head is a skindaily. covered opening in the skull that The truth is, bathing removes pulsates, frightening some parents. moisture from your baby’s delicate “There’s a presumption of vulnerskin, which can make it dry and irri- ability, but the brain is actually quite tated. well protect protected,” ed,” Adesma Adesman n says. The front fontanel typically closes at about Myth 3: Babies who achieve 1 year of age, while the smaller soft spot in the back of the head usually milestones early are gifted. When a child ﬁrst walks or talks closes at 2 months to 3 months. has little or no bearing on his later — From FitPregnancy.com successes, research shows. “Many

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Don’t fall for foreign lottery fraud NORTH AMERICAN PRECIS SYNDICATE

Each year, organized groups of criminals target and victimize thousands of Americans by telephone, e-mails and through the mail — but you can protect yourself and your family . The United States Postal Inspection Service has documented over $42 million in losses from this type of fraud. In some cases, people have lost their homes and their savings by chasing the dream of a big “lottery jackpot.” Inspector Paul Krenn advises, “One of the main techniques scammers use is a foreign lottery scam, where they tell you to send money to pay for taxes or fees. If you’ve received a suspected fraud via mail or if the mail was used to continue a crime started online, over the phone or in person, report it to The U.S. Postal Inspection Service.” WHAT TO WATCH OUT FOR Here are a few facts and signs to consider: n Scammers are using new techniques, such as legitimate mailing lists and new technology. They “spoof” caller ID to make it look as if they’re calling from the U.S. or even a government agency. n Older consumers, especially shutins, are often a favorite target for foreign lottery fraud. Look out for checks written or money wired i nternational ly; a telephone that rings constantly; or a stack of lottery or sweepstakes entries. n Scammers are constantly updating their methods. One of their latest tricks is to convince you that you’ve won a foreign lottery and all you need to do is wire a small processing fee (relative to the gigantic prize). Don’t — you’ll never

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Animals will receive a brief physical LICENSE FEE SCHEDULE: Male/Female Male/F emale Unsexed $6.00 • Male/F Male/Female emale Sexed $15.00

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Notice Pierson Township Residents Notice the Pierson Township Township Board will hold the Budget hearing and meeting for 2012-2013 budgets for Pierson Township. March 20th, 2012 at 7:00pm at the Pierson Township Hall, 21156 21156 Cannonsville Rd., Pierson, MI a copy of the budget is available for inspection Township Ofﬁce.

THE PROPERTY TAX MILLAGE RATE PROPOSED TO BE LEVIED TO SUPPORT THE PROPOSED BUDGET WILL BE SUBJECT OF THIS HEARING. The Annual Meeting for Pierson Township will be held March 27th, 2012 at 7:00pm at the Pierson Township Township hall 21156 Cannonsville Rd. Pierson MI

PUBLIC NOTICE ENSLEY TOWNSHIP On Monday, March 26, 2012 at 7:30 PM, at the Ensley Township Hall, 7163 E. 120th Street, Sand Lake, Michigan, the Ensley Township Planning Commission will be conducting a public hearing at the regularly scheduled meeting to receive public comment and questions regarding the proposed changes to Rezoning Application from A-R District to E-C District for the following parcels: PP. # 62-24-22-100-008 B&T Sales and Service at 12006 S. PP. Cypress Ave.

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MONDAY,, MARCH 12, 2012 • RIVER VALLEY NEWS SHOPPE MONDAY SHOPPER R Please be advised that on March 01, 2012, the Croton Township Board adopted the changes to Chapter 5 Waterfront Overlay District with Deﬁnition Updates.

CHAPTER 5 WO - WATERFRONT OVERLAY DISTRICT (03/01/2012) SECTION 5.10 DESCRIPTION AND PURPOSE PURPOSE

A. The Waterfront Overlay District is a supplementary District which applies to any property within three hundred feet (300’) of any lake, river, impoundment or tributary. This District applies in conjunction with all underlying Zoning Districts. Lands included in the Waterfront Overlay District are characterized by uses which are strongly oriented toward the residential and recreational experience experience and enjoyment of the waterways and shorelines of Croton Township, B. It is the intent of the Waterfront Overlay District to provide regulations in addition to those contained in the underlying District pertaining to lands located along the waterfront and shoreline areas of the township. The purpose of these regulations is to recognize the unique physical, economic and social attributes of waterfront and shoreline properties and to ensure that the structure and uses in this District are compatible with and protect these unique attributes. SECTION 5.15 PERMIT APPLICATIONS

A. All projects projects within the Water Overlay District shall have the proper permits ﬁled with the Zoning Administrator and must have a detailed Township-approved plan prior to construction. SECTION 5.20 USES PERMITTED BY RIGHT

Land and/or buildings in the WO - Waterfront Overlay District may be used for the following purposes as Permitted Uses: A. Permitted Uses in the underlying District in which the land is located. B. Private boat docks, accessory to residential uses, subject to the following provisions: 1. Two (2) private boat docks per dwelling shall be permitted for a single family dwelling unit. Two (2) private boat docks shall be permitted for a two (2) family dwelling. 2. In addition to the allowances of Section 5.20 (B) (1), an additional private boat dock shall be permitted for each full ﬁfty feet (50’) of lot width along the lake or other body of water. 3. Boat docks, boat lifts and boat slips shall be used only by person(s) residing on the premises or their guests and shall not be leased, rented or otherwise made available for compensation, except in conjunction with the lease or rental of the dwelling unit on the same lot, unless approved as a marina, subject to the requirements of Section 5.30.

4. Docks and Boat Lifts

a. No portion of any dock or boat lift shall be located within ten feet (10’) from the nearest side property line as projected into a waterway perpendicular perpendicular from shore. b. Every structure or item pursuant to Section 5.50 shall maintain, to a reasonable extent, an open and unobstructed view to the waterway from adjacent properties, roadways, and pedestrian ways. SECTION 5.30 SPECIAL LAND LAND USES USES

Land and/or buildings in the Waterfront Overlay District may be used for the following purposes, following approval by the Planning Commission, as a Special Land Use as regulated by Chapter 15: A. Special Land Uses in the underlying District in which the land is located.

B. Public or private boat launches.

C. Marinas.

SECTION 5.40 DISTRICT REGULATIONS

A. These regulations apply to all all parcels or lots within three hundred feet (300’) of any lake, river, impoundment or tributary. B. No building or structures, nor the enlargement of any building or structure, shall hereafter be erected or constructed unless the requirements of the underlying District are met and maintained in connection with such building, structure, or enlargement. The following minimum requirements shall also be applicable: 1. No dwelling or garage shall be placed or located closer than thirty feet (30’) from the break of the bank or closer than thirty feet (30’) from the shoreline if no break of the bank exists. 2. Accessory Accessory buildings may be permitted, subject to the requirements of Section 2.110, Section 5.50 and the underlying District. 3. All waterfront properties inside the Waterfront Overlay District are deemed to have a front yard that is closest to the water. For non-waterfront properties and vacant waterfront properties, the front yard may be determined by the Zoning Administrator Administrator.. 4. Developments within the Waterfront Overlay District shall maintain, to a reasonable extent, open and unobstructed views of the waterway from adjacent properties, roadways, and pedestrian ways. 5. A balcony or window awning not connected to or resting on the ground may project no further than ﬁve feet (5’) into the required front or rear yard and shall not project into a required side yard. 6. All other applicable District regulations shall be as provided in the underlying District, except that where more than one (1) limitation applies, the more stringent of the limitations shall apply. Also, where any provision of the Waterfront Overlay District conﬂicts with any requirement of the underlying District, the stricter requirement or limitation shall apply. SECTION 5.50

WATERFRONT WATERFRO NT PROPERTIES PROPERTIES

b. Must be made of a material and in such a way to allow inﬁltration of rain or surface water; corrosive metal is not allowed. c. No portion can be located higher than twelve inches (12”) above the natural/normal grade within thirty feet (30’) of the body of water and shall maintain, to a reasonable extent, an open and unobstructed view to the waterway from adjacent properties, roadways, and pedestrian ways. d. Must receive prior written approval from the Zoning Administrator to install or modify. Furthermore, the Zoning Administrator may attach reasonable conditions to the granting of any approval or permit. e. Decks and platforms cannot be any wider (as measured perpendicular from the seawall at the lake or river or from the body of water) than twelve feet (12’). f. Each such item shall be kept in good condition and reasonable repair at all times. 2. Any deck, viewing platform or similar item located at the top of a lake bank or river bank on a lot with a grade of thirty percent (30%) or more shall comply with the following: a. Must receive prior written approval from the Zoning Administrator to install or modify. Furthermore, the Zoning A dministrator may attach reasonable conditions to the granting of any approval or permit. b. Cannot extend more than ﬁve feet (5’) beyond the break of the bank. c. The portion of the structure which extends beyond the break of the bank shall not exceed one hundred (100) square feet in surface area. d. Must be kept in good condition and reasonable repair at all times. Furthermore, it must always be properly secured to the ground/ bank so as to minimize any risk of collapse, migration, movement, breaking away, etc. e. Must be made of wood or wood composite (which can include earth tone recycled materials, but not metal).

B. Buildings and sheds

1. Only the following buildings and sheds are allowed between the river or lake and the dwelling on the lot or parcel involved: a. A gazebo not exceeding twelve feet (12’) in height (from natural grade) and not exceeding one hundred ﬁfty-ﬁve (155) square feet of ﬂoor area.

b.

A shed or similar accessory building which

does have feet a ground ﬂoornot areahave exceeding one hundred (100)not square and does a height exceeding eight feet (8’). c. All gazebos or sheds shall be set back at least twenty feet (20’) from the body of water and at least ﬁve feet (5’) from any side lot line on lots with a slope of less than thirty percent (30%). d. All gazebos or sheds shall be set back at least ten feet (10’) from the break of the bank and at least ﬁve feet (5’) from any side lot line on lots with a slope of greater than thirty percent (30%). e. In areas of excessive slope (30% or greater), an allowed gazebo or shed may be placed on any “landing”, sitting area, or similar item installed between the body of water (or lawful seawall) and the break in bank. f. Structures shall maintain, to a reasonable extent, an open and unobstructed view to the waterway from adjacent properties, roadways, and pedestrian paths. 2. On a vacant lakefront or riverfront lot, not more than one (1) gazebo and one (1) shed shall be allowed between the lake or river and the building site subject to the requirements speciﬁed in Section 5.50 (B)(l), above. 3. A portable or movable gazebo or shed shall be considered a permanent structure and shall meet all other requirements contained contained in this Section 5.50 and elsewhere in this Ordinance. 4. Boat houses and similar structures cannot extend beyond the body of water and cannot exceed a height above the break of the bank closest to the water. C. Stairways Stairways (and appurtenances appurtenances), ), Decks, Decks, Viewing Platforms, Trams (power lifts/inclined elevators), and Similar Items Located on a Hill or a Bank (between the Break of the Bank and the Body of Water) 1. The structure’s design shall blend with hillside forms and vegetation. 2. All structures shall be located in the center portion of the available frontage to the extent reasonably possible. 3. Trams may go to the water’s edge, but the owner of the property shall be fully responsible for promptly repairing any damage to a tram due to ice, high water, or other calamity and shall keep all portions of the tram in reasonable repair and condition at all times. 4. Vegetation shall be maintained whenever possible. If removal of vegetation is required, re-establishment re-establishment of a comparable plant material will be required to pre-disturbed densities as soon as possible. 5. Existing mature plants shall be incorporated into the project design where feasible. 6. Landscaping Landscaping on slopes should be blended in with the natural landscape to soften the effects of the built environment including buildings, retaining walls, pavement and grading. Any alterations of soils shall maintain soil erosion measures.

The following shall apply to all properties with frontage on a river,, impoundment, lake, or other body of water: river

7. Natural drainage patterns shall be protected and affected as little as possible. Groundwater ﬂow patterns

A. Decks, Wooden Walkways Walkways/Sidewalks, /Sidewalks, Viewing Platforms, and Similar Matters.

shall be maintained. 8. Erosion Prevention

The following regulations shall apply to all decks, wooden walkways/sidewalks and viewing platforms on all properties with frontage on a river, lake, or other body of water.

a. T he structure ’s design shall generally conform to the natural grade. A County Soil and Erosion Permit shall be obtained and ﬁled with the Township prior to any other permits being issued.

1. Decks, wooden walkways, etc. near the water at a lake or river with less than 30% grade shall comply with the following:

b. Placement of stairwells shall not be located on a property line or dedicated easement, unless proper review and approval is received from the Zoning Administrator.

a. May not be lakeside of either a lawful seawall or the body of water. However, a deck or walkway may “cantilever” or extend up to two feet (2’) over the lake, river, or the shoreline of either. Subject to MDEQ approval.

c. All exposed slopes and graded areas shall be landscaped with ground cover, shrubs, and trees to reduce the potential for erosion.

d. Stairwells that require switchback construction due to existing site topography shall be designed, maintained, and installed in such a way as to ensure proper soil stabilization. 9. A site plan shall be provided to the Township showing the location, dimensions, and size of the proposed stairs, tram, landing, or deck. Areas of disturbed earth must be detailed as to how re-introduction of vegetation and soil erosion will be installed. 10. In areas of excessiv excessivee slope (30% or greater), retaining walls shall be designed, constructed, and maintained in such a way so as to overcome foundation and other structural problems created by steep slope conditions, in order to preserve the natural ﬂow of water and prevent soil erosion. 11. No stairs or stairways, tram, deck, or viewing platform shall be commenced or installed between the river or lake and a dwelling (or building site) prior to the issuance of a written permit by the Township Zoning Administrator. The Township Zoning Administrator may attach reasonable conditions to the of anymust permit. addition,p prior to the installation ofgranting a tram, there be aInTownshi permit, along with a County permit and a permit through the State of Michigan Licensing and Registration Agency (LARA). 12. Any “landing,” sitting area, or similar item installed between the break of the bank and the body of water (or lawful seawall thereof) as part of a stairs or stairway (or in conjunction therewith) shall be deemed a “deck” if any portion of the item has a surface exceeding twenty-four (24) square feet. For any such landing, sitting area, deck, or similar item exceeding those dimensions, the following requirements shall also be met: a. Such structures may be constructed no closer to each other than at sixteen foot (16’) intervals on stairways between the body of water and the break of the bank at the top of the bank. b. No such structure or item shall have a total surface area exceeding ninety-six (96) square feet. 13. All stairs, stairways, landings, viewing platforms and decks must be made of a material and in such a way to allow inﬁltration of rain or surface water. Corrosive metal is not allowed. All items shall be kept in good repair and reasonable condition at all times. Furthermore, any such structure shall be properly attached and anchored to the bank/ ground to be safe at all times. 14. Where the portion of a bank located within twenty feet (20’) of the body of water of a lake or river exceeds a thirty percent (30%) grade, no deck, platform, or similar item shall be located within that twenty foot (20’) area unless a lawful seawall or retaining wall is present at the water, and even then, the deck, platform, or other item can only be installed and used over the backﬁlled area behind the wall. Such deck, platform, or similar item must also meet all other requirements of this Section 5.50 (C).

D. Sea Walls

1. The natural grade of the adjacent land shall be maintained. 2. Any backﬁll material must be of a natural pervious material such as gravel, sand, or soil, or similar material that will not restrict water ﬂow. 3. All ﬁlling and grading work must be accomplished so as not to alter the natural drainage of the adjoining land. 4. Any and all permits required from the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Newaygo County Drain Commission and other governmental units shall be obtained prior to any work beginning and a copy shall also be ﬁled with the Township before construction or work commences. E. Lot Coverage and Vegetative Cover in Waterfront Overlay Zone All waterfront lots shall maintain a vegetative cover, to the extent practicable. Vegetative areas shall be maintained along lot lines, water bodies and watercourses, natural drainage courses, wetlands, and steep slopes.

F. Vegetation/Buffer Vegetation/Buffer Strips

1. Vegetation/Buffer Vegetation/Buffer Strips shall be maintained, to the extent practicable, bordering the bank of any water body. Areas not in use as decks, stairways, viewing platforms, walkways, and etcetera are encouraged to be maintained in an unmowed, unfertilized state to encourage and maintain soil erosion control measures and protect water quality. To maintain the beauty of the waterfront, plantings are encouraged wherever possible. 2. The Zoning Administrator may allow limited clearing of the vegetation/buffer strips when required for the construction of a permitted building or structure outside the vegetative strip. 3. Individual trees within the vegetation/buffer strip areas which are diseased, in danger of falling, causing damage to dwellings or other structures, or causing blockage of the watercourse or water body may be removed upon veriﬁcation of existing conditions from the Zoning Administrator Administrator.. 4. The vegetation/buffer strip areas shall not be used for any motorized vehicular trafﬁc or parking, or for storage of junk, waste, or garbage, or for any other use not otherwise authorized by this Ordinance. The temporary storage of watercraft and associated equipment is permitted. 5. Restoration: For any restoration of a vegetative buffer strip where the vegetation had been previously removed, completely or partially, a replacement vegetation plan shall be approved by the Township Zoning Administrator prior to any restoration occurring. Vegetation shall be deep rooted perennials, tall grasses and trees. All vegetation shall be permanently maintained. G. Clearing Clearing of Land The stripping and removal of topsoil or existing vegetation from any site, parcel or lot within the Township must ﬁrst receive appropriate development approval such as, but not limited to, Township Permits, a C ounty Soil and Erosion Permit, Site Plan Review, Special Land Use, Planned Unit Development, Land Division, or Subdivision Permits.

H. Setbacks

Where a speciﬁc setback for a structure or item is speciﬁed in this Section 5.50; that setback shall govern regardless of other setbacks speciﬁed elsewhere in this Ordinance.

SECTION 5.60 RIPARIAN ACCESS

The following restrictions are intended to limit the number of users of waterway, lake or river frontage in order to preserve the quality of the waters, to promote safety, and to preserve the quality of recreational use of all waters within the township. A. In all all zoning districts there shall be at least ﬁfty feet (50’) of lake, river, stream, or all tributaries frontage as measured along the body of water for each single family home, dwelling unit, cottage, condominium unit, site condominium unit, or apartment unit utilizing or accessing the lake or stream frontage. B. Any multiple-unit residential development in any zoning district that shares a common lake, river, stream, or tributaries front area or frontage may not permit lake or stream access to more than one (1) single-family home, dwelling unit, cottage, condominium unit, site condominium unit, or apartment unit for each ﬁfty feet (50’) of lake, river, stream or tributaries frontage in such common lake, river, stream of water.or tributaries front area, as measured along the body C. Any multi-unit multi-unit residential development shall have not more than one (1) dock for each ﬁfty feet (50’) of lake or river frontage as measured along the body of water in any zoning district in the township. All such docks and docking or mooring shall also comply with all other applicable township ordinances. D. The above restrictions shall apply to all lot and parparcels on or abutting any lake, river, stream or tributaries in all zoning districts, regardless of whether access to the lake or river waters shall be by easement, park, common-fee ownership, single-fee ownership, condominium arrangement, license, or lease. E. In all all zoning zoning districts, stricts, no lake ake or river access, boat ramp, shore station, dock, boat launch, or shoreline abutting a lake shall be utilized for commercial, business, outdoor recreational (or entertainment) facilities, institutional, or nonresidential or non-agricultural uses or purposes unless such is authorized pursuant to a special use approval or as a planned unit development (PUD), and complies with the requirements of the District where the property is located. F. The lake and river access and use regulation contained in this Section shall be fully applicable to all planned unit development (PUD) and special use projects or developments. G. Refer to other applicable Township ordinances for other keyhole development regulations. H. In addition to the above limitations, no easement, private park, common area, lot or access property abutting or adjoining a lake, river or stream shall be used to permit access to the lake or stream for more than one (1) singlefamily home, dwelling unit, condominium unit, site condominium unit, apartment unit or any other use unless such additional access use is approved as a special use or as a planned unit development (PUD). I. If a property is located within a zoning district where the minimum lot width requirements is greater than ﬁfty feet (50’), the minimum water frontage requirements of subsections A, B and C hereof shall be increased so as to equal the minimum lot width requirement of the zoning district in which the property is located. J. No channel, canal, or similar waterway or device shall be dug, constructed, dredged, enlarged, or created out of or that connects to any lake or river in the Township. Nor shall the size or surface area of any lake or river be increased by digging, dredging, or excavation upland from the body of water; provided, however, that this subsection shall not apply to the following: 1. Any lawful dredging occurring on an existing lake or river bottomland that is lakeward or riverward of the body of water. 2. The lawful creation or enlargement of a pond which does not abut or connect into an existing body of water. However, no pond shall be created or enlarged if the resulting pond will be over two acres in size unless a Special Land Use approval occurs. Agricultural uses will be governed by the Right to Farm Act. 3. The lawful creation or enlargement of an artiﬁcial lake which does not abut or connect into an existing lake or river. However, an artiﬁcial lake shall not be created or enlarged if the resulting lake would be over two (2) acres in size unless a Special Land Use Approval occurs. Agricultural uses will be governed by the Right to Farm Act. 4. The lawful dredging of an existing canal or channel pursuant to applicable state laws and permit requirements. K. No parcel shall have any wetland altered, drained or ﬁlled so as to accommodate access or increase its water frontage. Addition to Section 5.50 Water front properties (C)(11) 11. No stairs or stairways, tram, deck, or viewing platform shall be commenced or installed between the river or lake and a dwelling (or building site) prior to the issuance of a written permit by the Township Zoning Administrator. The Township Zoning Administrator may attach reasonable conditions to the granting of any permit. In addition, prior to the installation of a tram, there must be both a County permit and a permit through the S tate of Michigan Licensing and Registration Agency (LARA). DEFINITION UPDATES TRAM/INCLINE ELEVATOR ELEVATOR/POWER /POWER LIFT. A mechanical device for transporting people and materials up and down an incline slope. Regulated by the State of Michigan/ Registration and Licensing Agency (LARA) ADD TO ORDINARY HIGH WATER MARK OR SHORELINE This title WOULD THEN THEN READ - BODY OF WATER / ORDINARY HIGH WATER MARK OR SHORELINE THE DEFINITION WOULD STAY THE SAME. In the deﬁnition section where Body of Water would be you would show SEE; ORDINARY HIGH WATER MARK Respectfully submitted by, Debbra Wright Croton Township Clerk

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

Upcoming Events: The Newaygo County Mobile Food Pantry is scheduled at the following locations to distribute free food to individuals and families in need. Most food distributions take approximately one hour. Please do not arrive more than 30 minutes prior to the scheduled delivery time. Bring your own container to hold 50 lbs. of food. You will check in upon arrival unless otherwise stated: Sat., Mar. 10, 10 am, First Christian Reformed Church, Fremont; Mon., March 12, 10am, White Cloud

• Newaygo • White Cloud • Croton/Hardy • Pierson • Lakeview

new members. For more information call (231) 796-0966. Free Clothing for those in need - Seventh Day Adventist Church, 8060 M-46, Lakeview, in the Community Building behind the church. Thursdays from 1-4pm. New Open Meeting: 11 Step Spiritual Group (we use the Life Recovery Free Western Square Dance Lessons - Newaygo St. Bartholomew’s Bible) Mondays 6pm at Resurrection Church in Newaygo. 2nd entrance, conference room. Call Val or Fred S. 231-937-8049. Church - Thursday 3:30pm-6:00pm. Call Carole (231)652-6183. The Mid-Michigan District Health Department offers free vision testing, Fish Fry every 2nd and 4th Thursday from 5 - 7pm at the Howard as well as hearing screening tests for all children ages 3 to 21. For more City VFW Post 3306, 1001 S. Ensley Rd. information or to schedule an appointment, call (989) 831-3644, Monday Bingo - ongoing every Fri. night at Renner Lobker VFW Post # 3306, through Friday. 1001 Ensley St., Howard City. Doors open at 5pm, sales begin at 5:30 Michigan Chapter of Pilots for Christ - We provide free air and ground service for those with medical needs, pastors in need, missionaries cargo and game begins at 6:30. Everyone Welcome! transportation. www.pilotsforchristmi.com or call 616-636-5523. Stitch Friday at Heritage United Methodist Church into your A free Bariatric Support Group will meet the ﬁrst Tuesday of each craft calendar — Sew Happy meets from 10am - 3pm. Not into sewing? month (beginning in February 2010) at 6:30pm in the Conference Rooms at It matters not if you stitch or knit, paint or iron. Pack your machine, Carson City Hospital. For more information, contact Ellen at 989-330-4091. project(s) and ideas and thread your way on over. You’ll ﬁt into the Newaygo County’s newest Cancer Support Group - Whether you have pattern of fellowship just ﬁne. Pack a dish to pass in your brown bag. A been recently diagnosed, in treatment or living beyond your cancer, meet with question just weaved into your mind? Call Debbie Castle at 231-354- others to share and offer hope for one another. Last Thursday of every month 6910 or email [email protected], one and all welcome, we’d from 6:30 until 8:30 at Living Hope Physical Therapy, 977 W. W. 72nd St. (M-82), Newaygo, MI. For more information information contact Deb Kaminski, 231-924-7013. 231-924-7013. be Sew Happy to see you. Family Farm & Home Small Animals Sell and Swap 139 W River Emotions Anonymous (EA) - Meetings every Wednesday, 1pm, Miracle Drop-In Center, 310 E. Main St., Stanton. Everyone is welcome. No dues or Dr, Newaygo Newaygo 2nd Saturday of the month 8am-Noon 231-856-4641. fees. Emotions Anonymous offers a twelve step program to help people cope City,, with stress in daily living and to live a healthier emotional life. Info call Carol Gospel Jam @ Grace Community Church 9920 Reed Rd, Howard City MI 4th Saturday of each month from 6pm to 8pm in the fellowship hall. (989)831-8778. For more info, please call the church @ 231-937-6440 or Gene @ 231- Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS): Newaygo. Weigh in 5:30-6:10pm on Thursdays, meeting 6:10-7:10pm. Info. Dee at (231)652-2583. Sparta 937-2036. Methodist Church. Weigh in 5:00-6:00pm on Tuesdays, meeting 6:00-7:00pm. Bingo every Sunday at the Greenville American Legion Post #101, Info. Betty at (616)691-7120. White Cloud, Commission on Aging. Weigh from 1pm-6pm, doors open at 11am. 1 320 W. Washington Washington St. (M-57). in 5:25-5:55pm on Thursdays, meeting 6:00-7:00pm. 93 Gibbs St. Lakeview, Every Sunday Sheridan VFW Post 5065 FREE Veteran’s Breakfast   New Life United Methodist Church. Weigh in 5:45-6:10pm on Mondays, for Veterans and/or wives (companions) or widows at 209 W Washingt Washington on meeting 6:15-7:15pm. East M-46. Lakeview, New Life United Methodist Church. Weigh in 9:30am on Wednesdays, meeting 10:00-11:00am. East 7:30am-8:45am. M-46. Sand Lake, Resurrection Lutheran Church. Weigh in 8:30-9:00am on Attention Seniors - Howard City Action Center, 132 E. Edgerton, Tuesdays, meeting 9:15-10:00am. 180 Northland Dr. Howard City, Howard open 7 days a week. Call Karen West 231-937-5950 for weekly schedule City VFW Hall, Thursdays weigh-in 4:15-5:10pm, meeting 5:15-6:00pm. First meeting free. For information call 231-937-4441. of events. Noon lunches Tues, Wed, Wed, Thurs.

Help is Available:

Eagles, White Cloud;- sponsored Wed., March 14, 5pm, Hesperia Sat., Community Education, Hesperia by local area churches; March 17, 2pm, Bailey Christian Church, Bailey; Tues., March 20, 4:30pm, Northland Church of Christ, Grant/Newaygo; Wed., Wed., March 21, 10 am, 1st Baptist Church of Woodland Park - sponsored by Action Resource Center; Wed., March 21, 5pm, All Saints Catholic Church, Newaygo. Morley-Stanwood Boy Scout Troop Troop 123 will be hosting a Activity/ on Saturday, March, 10th from 4-6 p.m. at the Stanwood Game Event  on Free Methodist Church Fellowship Hall at 7486 Stanwood Drive, Stanwood, MI 49346. If you are age 11 through 17 or if you have earned the Cub Scout Arrow of Light Award and are at least 10 years old or have completed the ﬁfth grade or if you are just curious about what the Scout Program is about, you are welcome to attend. The Kent City Parent Teacher Community Organization is hosting a mom to mom sale Saturday March 10. Tables are still available for $20. [email protected] or 231-920-7748 for more information. Big Rapids Elk Camp Big Game Banquet - March 10, 2012. Elk Foundation Chapters hold a variety of events around the country that raise awareness and funds for wildlife habitat conservation. A highlight is each chapter’s annual Big Game Banquet, where fun and fundraising combine for a memorable evening. Sumptuous meals, laughter and a high-energy auction form the backdrop for the night. These events provide the lion’s share of funds the Elk Foundation uses to protect and enhance habitat. We hope to see you at an event soon! (For Indiana and Tuesdays esdays 9:30-11:00am, Grief Recovery Support Group Weekly Meetings Tu other qualifying states, you may be eligible for a free ticket upon request Pierson Bible Church, ministries building, 101 Grand St., Pierson, Michigan. for rafﬂes or drawings) Call: Douglas S. Smith Jr. 989-565-4112. Call 636-5542 or 636-5680 for info. We at the Amble Methodist Church in Amble are having another Emphysema Support Group Meetings 2nd Tuesday of month, 5:30pm, free food drive at 4:30pm on Thurs., March 15. Please bring your own Health Department, White Cloud. box to put food in. The Timothy C. Hauenstein Reynolds Township has a new web Rebos House 10 N. First Street, Cedar Springs,Tuesday-12Noon-Open, Michigan. Meeting Days & Times: es: Monday-7pm, Big Book Meeting-Open; Tuesday-12N oon-Open, 5:30On Friday, March 16, the Tri County Jazz Band will host its third site that contains program information, access to music downloads, Tim annual “Jazz Along the White Pine” dinner. din ner. The event will showcase ebooks, and much more. Please check out our new web site at www. 6:30pm Women’s-Open, 7:00pm Men’s-Open; Wednesday-7:00pm 12&12 tchrtl.michlibrary.org. 12 Steps Traditions-Open; Thursday-12Noon-Open, 7:00pm-Open, 7:00pmthe band playing a wide variety of instrumental jazz styles including: swing, cool jazz, latin, rock, big band, vocal jazz and more. Featured guests Luck O’ the Irish: Why do frogs like St. Patrick’s Day? Because they’re Closed (N/S) nonsmoking, 7:00pm-Alanon; Friday-All Open-12Noon, will be Todd Zamarripa, vocalist and Keven Hoisington, percussionist. always wearing green! Be sure to wear your snazziest green apparel 7:00pm, 9:00pm; Saturday-All Open-8:30am, 10:00am, 7:00pm; Sunday-All Prime Rib or Fish dinner is catered by Latitude’s Roadhouse. A “grand” when you attend the library’s celebration of all things Irish. This family Open-9:00am, 2:00pm, 7:00pm.; Friday-7:00pm-Young People of AddictionsContact Sandy W. 616-636-8253. Last Thursday every month speakers silent auction will also be held to beneﬁt the Tri County Music program. program will feature stories, crafts and game for all ages. Sat., March 1 7, Open. meeting, 7:30pm. Arrive early if you want convenient parking. For ticket information please contact band director Howard Wilson at 1:30pm at the Sand Lake Library. Teen 12-Step Meeting (Help and support for staying alcohol and drug free). Tri County High School, or any band boo ster member. If you are sick of the ice and snow, here’s a way to make winter go by fast. Wednesdays 7-8pm, White Cloud United Methodist Church, 1125 Newell The scheduling problem for the “Texas Hold Em” poker Join the Northern Lights Reading Club at the Grant Area District Street, White Cloud. No cost, anonymous. tournament at the Sheridan VFW has been resolved and the Library. Just sign up to read 8 books between Feb. 1 and March 31st Overeaters Anonymous - Do you eat when you’re not hungry? Binge Tournament will be held on the originally scheduled date, Sat., to receive a joining gift. Read all eight and you are invited to attend a for no apparent reason? No Dues…We are a fellowship. FREMONT: First Tournament special program in the spring, just for those who ﬁnish. Books over 500 Congregational Church, 714 Hillcrest, Thursday, 10:45-11:45. Contact 689March 17th. Registration is from 5:30 to 7pm. The regular Tournament will start at 7pm. Players may call the post at 989-291-9680 for more pages count as two! Audio books also count as reading. So come on and 6553, Marge. details. read your way through winter with Northern Lights. Start with one and Drug Problem? Narcotics Anonymous Now Meeting on Thursdays, 7pm, United Methodist Church, 1125 Newell St., White Cloud. (C, NS, BT) sponsored by the Lakeview Ministarial Association before you know it - winter’s done! Free Food Truck  sponsored along with John and Kathy Grawburg providing the funds for the food The Timothy C. Hauenstien Reynolds Township Library will be Newaygo Al-Anon Meeting, 7:30pm, Monday. 18 Justice St., next to St. truck. When: Thurs., March 22nd at 4pm. Where: Free Methodist having Toddler Time every Monday morning at 11am. There will be Marks Episcopal Church, behind City Hall. Church, 110 N. Edgar Rd., Lakeview. stories, crafts, songs and activities for the toddlers. Toddler Time is for Teen 12-Step Meeting Seventh Day Adventist-Baptist Church, 984 Wilcox Street, White Cloud (next to the Teen Center) Tuesday Tuesday 7:00-8:00pm. The Sheridan VFW Post is hosting their second Euchre children ages 18 months - 3 years old. If you have any questions please Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault 24 Hour Crisis Line: If you are living Tournament of the year. Sat., March 24, 10am until 4pm, $10 per call the library at 231-937-5575. with physical, emotional, or verbal abuse, Call 1-800-374-WISE. Serving player to enter. Players are urged to make advanced reservations for If you have ever wanted to join a bowling league, but can’t lift Mecosta, Osceola and Newaygo Counties. the March Tournament by calling the post at 989-291-9680 or call the ball or play a round of tennis without running around the ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: If you think you have a problem drinking, Eric Halvorsen at 989-291-3401. Registration starts at 8:30am, the court, then join the Grant Area District Library every Monday please call. Let no disabilities keep you away. We are accessible to you - 652tournament starts promptly at 10am, no entry will be accepted once the between 4 and 5pm to play Wii Sports. This fun gaming system allows 5574. O = Open Meeting, C = Alcoholics Only. tournament begins. the armchair athlete all the fun of playing the game, but without the CEDAR SPRINGS: East Nelson United Methodist Church. 9024 18 Mile Rd. “Celebration of Music!” 4th Annual Newaygo Bands Performing need to sweat. Baseball, tennis, golf and bowling are among the games between Tisdel & Keller Ave. Saturdays at 10am. Open meeting, AA - Alanon. 616-696-3205. Arts Dinner. Tues., March 27, NHS Cafetorium, 6pm Dinner - It’s a that will be played these Monday afternoons. So bring a friend and Non Smoking. Call Sandy M. 616-696-3205. Fiesta! Dinner served until 6:45. 6pm Performance begins. Ticket Ticket price: come to the Library on Monday and see what a good sport you can be! SPARTA: Sparta United Methodist Church, Monday 7:00pm; Monday, •

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adults $5, 5 and under free. There will be door a silent$10/students auction. Contact Susan Cornell 231-652-1646 ext.prizes 8544and for tickets, tickets available until March 16. Crafters wanted to sell at Coral Community Center Craft Sale, April 21, 2012. For more information, call Mary at 23 1-937-5570 or Michelle at 231-937-6733. Tri County Senior All Nighter Parent Meeting: Every Monday night at 6:45pm in the library at the Tri County High School. Any and all Senior Parents Welcome! Cub Scout Pack 3323 meets Mondays 5:45-6:45 at the Sand Lake VFW. Boys ages 7-11 or grades 1-5 welcome. Call Sarah 616-799-0206 or Eric 616-799-0875 (leave message). Old fashioned square dance - Howard City VFW $5/mo, year round, Monday 1-4pm, Potluck at 2:15pm. Call Carole (231)652-6183. Lakeview Seniors — Come early (1:00) for cards, games, refreshments and social time. The LV Seniors meet the 1st Tuesday of each month. Come join us, bring a friend. 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 informative discussions? Westen A Price Foundation meetings 6:30pm every 3rd Tuesday of every month at Stanwood Free Methodist (Stanwood Dr. and Pierce Rd.) Call Bonnie @ 231-823-8002. Hospice of Michigan – Offers Living on Support Group 2nd Wednesday of each month from 2:00pm – 3:00pm at Vera’s House located at 18 Justice St in Newaygo. For more information please call Diane Snyder at 231-924-6123 or 800-837-3630. The Howard City Harvest Festival Committee meets 2nd

For more and information, Library involved come playcall Wiithe with us. at 231-834-5713. Have fun, get The Timothy C. Hauenstien Reynolds Township Library will be having Preschool Storytime every Tues. morning at 11am. There will be stories, crafts, songs and activities for the Preschoolers. We will be learning about letters each week. Preschool Storytime is for children 3-5 years old. If you have any questions please call the library at 231937-5575. The Friends of the Grant Area District Library meet  at 10am on the third Tuesday of the month in the Community Room. All interested persons are welcome to attend. The library is located at 122 Elder St. in Grant. The Friends of the Croton Township Library meet the ﬁrst Wednesday of each month at 1:00pm at the library. Please come if interested in helping your local library. The Friends of Timothy C. Hauenstein Reynolds Township Library meet the 2nd Wednesday of the month at 9am in the community room at the library. We welcome you to join us for food, fellowship and an opportunity to contribute to the well being of our local library. The library is located at 117 W. Williams St., Howard City, MI 49329. Phone 231-937-5575. Friends of the White Cloud Community Library meet   monthly, the ﬁrst Thursday 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 PM at the Tamarack District Library in Lakeview. Book titles are published in the Shelf Life Book Club brochure and on the Monthly Event Flyers at the library library.. Wiggles and Giggles - is a toddler story time program, at 10:30 AM

7:30pm, Frank 678-4534, Wednesdays, 12noon, Harold 678-7508, 8:00pm, Anggie 887-9952; Sparta Baptist Church, Fridays 7:30pm,Wednesdays, Roger 8878508 (Spanish Speaking) SAND LAKE: Sand Lake Alcoholics Anonymous/NA: (AA/NA Closed Meeting - Women Only). Sand Lake United Methodist Church (Bldg next to the church), corner of Maple Street and Sixth Street, Tuesday at 7:00pm. (front door entrance). Sand Lake, open meeting, Monday’s 7pm at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Sand Lake. 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 616-7235081, 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. SAT. of the month 6:30 Potlock 7:30 Speaker - 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 - C Newaygo Area Alano Club: 8406 Mason/M-37, Behind Tracy’s Custom River Boats, just North of Speedway Unit #3. Mon. Noon (O), 7:30pm; Tues. Noon, 7:30pm; Wed. Wed. Noon, 7:30pm; Thurs. Noon, Noon, 7:30pm; Fri. Noon, 5:30pm 5:30pm (Men only), 7:30pm (NON-Smoking - Women only – all types of recovery rd welcome); Sat. Noon, 7:30pm (3 Sat. of month is open, non-smoking, potluck dinner 6:30p, 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. 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 an

Wednesday of month, 7:00pm, @ Timothy Hauenstein Township Library. Volunte Volunteers ers are needed. Info.C. Call Cheryl @ Reynolds 231-937 5686. Mecosta County Sheriff’s Posse meets at 7p.m. the second Thursday of each month in the basement of the Mecosta County Jail. Looking for

every the Tamarack stories,Friday songs,atcrafts and activityDistrict to yourLibrary child. in Lakeview that brings The Newaygo Area Friends of the Library Bookstore, at Newaygo City Hall, is now closed until Memorial Day Weekend. Hundreds of books at Bargain Prices. Proceeds for new Library Building Fund.

emotional abuse or mental problem? stress, substance or fear gettingIs in the depression, way of you anger, being anxiety, able to panic really attacks, “live”? Newaygo County meeting, Fridays, 5:00pm, United Methodist Church, 240 Williams Street, White Cloud. For more information, call 689-7330, or tollfree, 1-800-968-7330.

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Paint should cover in one coat By Jeanne L. Jerow, Jerow, Attorney, Counselor, Mediator • Howard City

Insuring new stuff. stuff. Even companies that sell brand new stuff want us to buy insurance to insure that their brand new stuff will work the way they tell us it will, for more than 90 days. They call that “Extended Warranty Coverage”. But it’s just more insurance. And it’s a huge money maker for the insurer companies because the likelihood you’ll ever use it is negligible. Michigan law mandates default warranties. When warranties. When you spend hundreds or thousands for a new television, snowplow, or washing machine, shouldn’t it work for years with just normal wear and tear? Back in the 1940s legislators across America thought so, which is how the Uniform Commercial Code became law in 1952. The Uniform Commercial Code was developed to harmonize laws governing transactions in commercial goods in all 50 states. The online Wikipedia explains why we needed it: “…goods may be manufactured in State A, warehoused in State B, sold from State C and delivered in S tate D. The UCC … achieved the goal of substantial uniformity in commercial laws and, at the same time, allowed the states the ﬂexibility to meet local circumstances...” Covered property. property. The Uniform Commercial Code, or UCC, deals only with moveable ‘personal property,’ not with real estate. It governs bulk sales, securities (like stocks), negotiation of loans, car leases, bank deposits, the transfer of money between banks, bills of lading, transporting goods between states, and sales of goods with security interests/ collateral. And the Code contains implied, default, assumed warranties that cover stuff we buy. Assumed warranties. warranties. In a merchant’s merchant’s sale of goods, unless the packaging, contract or Warranty literature states that the new product is not merchantable, is not

ND MEDIA CONSUL CONSULTAN TANT T Full time sales position in the Manistee County area for a dynamic individual with excellent customer service skills and prior sales experience. Responsibilities include but are not limited to promoting advertising sales to established customers and generating new accounts. Successful candidate should have solid organizational and computer skills and the ability to work within a deadline environment. Dependable trans-

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Insurance is everywhere. insurance, car insurance, liability insurance.Home Mortgage insurance. Dental and optical insurance. By some counts the average American family spends up to 35% of its income on insurance. You can spend thousands every month on family medical insurance alone.

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warranted or is not ﬁt by forlaw its ordinary and that obvious intended purpose, then it is assumed that new product is merchantable, it is warranted, and it is ﬁt for its obvious and intended purpose. Those assumed warranties are in the Uniform Commercial Code. They last for 4-6 years in most states. So if you’ve bought a new vehicle, television or washing machine, whether she liked it or not the seller gave you a warranty that it would work as expected, and for four years. These are warranties that are tough for her to get out of. Also, we enforce express warranties. So paint that expressly touts “one-coat coverage” has to cover in one coat or you’ll get your money back.

ASSISTANT PRESS OPERATOR POSITION Immediate opening on our night shift for the right candidate who has web press experience as follows: Webbing/running 4 color web press, setting color keys , processing plates, routine press maintenance. Must possess the ability to lift/move 40-60# packs of plates, rollers/shafts with no restrictions. Needs to be able to work within deadline in a production setting & flexible to work longer

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This professional sales position offers a training salary, followed by commission based on sales. Benefits include health, life and dental insurance, 401k, paid mileage and sales leads. Send cover letter and resume to Manistee News Advocate

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Should you buy an extended warranty? warranty? The big ﬁrst step is to read the manufacturer’s warranty to see what it gives you, and to see if the manufacturer has limited any assumed and implied warranties. Some cannot be limited. But if not, consider the company. company. If you’re not familiar with it, ask your local or state consumer protection ofﬁce or Better Business Bureau if they have any complaints against the company. Be

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sure to save your receipt and warranty to document the date of your purchase and prove that you’re the original owner in the case of a nontransferable warranty. You don’t need to register a warranty, not by mail or online, unless the warranty says you ‘must’. And without fail, do regular maintenance and inspections because not doing them could void any warranty, extended or not. If you do these things, you’ll probably never use an extended warranty. A hint… hint… Buy one-coat coverage paint, and don’t let the paint drip on the label. If Hometown Home HomeRepair Company’s paint doesn’t cover in one coat like the label said it would, ask nicely for another, free, can, for your second coat. Take the empty can. Smile. Point to the label. --------------------------------------------------------------------------Jeanne Jerow practices Property law, extensively in Divorce & Custody, Estate and Trust Planning certiﬁcate, Adoptions, Probate, Auto Accidents, Business Law. Remember, because you read it here, it’s it’s not your personal legal advice. Don’t depend on it.

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Bunnies are here! We have 13 that were released to us by the owners and in need of loving homes. There There are females and males in every shape and color, just in time for Easter! They are all very friendly and would make great pets. Adoption fee is $5 each...they do not come with a cage or any accessories.

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Males dogs are $115.00 which covers the neuter surgery as well as all vaccinations 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 for Montcalm County Residents for the Dog License at the time of adoption. Male cats are 70.00 which includes FVRCP vaccine as well as a rabies vaccine and the neuter Surgery. Females are $75.00 which includes all of the above. In some cases an animal may need extra treatment such as for ear mites or ﬂeas or an injury, in that case the adoption price may be more.

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DONATIONS TO DATE TO MONTCALM PANHANDLE COMMUNITY FUND $200,000 $180,000 $160,000 $140,000 $120,000 $100,000 $80,000 $60,000 $40,000 $20,000

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Cubs Decanter (1985 USA Regal China), Budweiser Mugs-Christmas Series - 1981 – 2010 except 1997 plus extra 1990 – 2004 thru 2010 in original boxes, “Big George” Rotisserie Roaster, Avon Bottles, Small Figurines, Sewing items, Cigar Boxes, Zippo Lighters, Coca Cola Serving Trays, Water Boy Drinking Water Bag, Many Candy Tins, wild Life Prints, Fire King Peach Dishes, Many Disney Videos, Biss ell Upright, Union Paciﬁc Train Set w/Track and Transformer, Oster 1000W Microwave, DVD Player, VHS Player, Hair Clippers, Russian Night Vision Device, President CB Base Station, Copper Fire Extinguisher, Desk lamps, Junior Classic Books, Blue Liberty Dairy Milk Bottle (Buffalo NY), Kunda Anniversary Clock (wind up), Marine Band Harmonica, 48 Star US Flag, Many Ladies Hats, Assortment of Ice Cream Scoops, Campbell’s Airplane Bank, Silver Train Bank, Coca Cola Toys, Indian Artifacts, Homer Laughlin and Williard George Pieces, Doll Clothes, Decorative Pottery, Large Wine Jugs, TCR Racetrack Set, Lucky Seven Pin Ball Machine Glass, Carnival Glass, Christmas Village Pieces, McCoy Pitcher, Lefton China Table Set, Cast Iron Nut Cracker, Cast Iron Wagon w/ 6 Horse Hitch, MANY Books incl. Sports Books, Newsweek Wonders of Man, Comic Books, Chess Set in Box, 100 + Records and Albums, Approx 100 45’s, s, Posters of Lincoln &Washington, Carnival Glass, MANY Dolls incl. Barbies, Ken, Effanbee Molly, Buttercup Popcorn Maker, Maker, and much more. COINS: 3 Barber Quarters (1915,1898,1911), 5-$2.00 Bills (uncirculated), 1986 Ellis island Commemorative Half Dollar, Lincoln Penny Collection 1941 to 1963 (3 Books), Silver Certiﬁcate Dollar Bills, 1000 Mil soles d Oro Bank of Peru, 50 Vietnam Note, Kennedy Halves 1964 to 1982 Collection, Buffalo Nickels, Steel Ward Cents, Kennedy Half Proof, 3 Gemstones, plus more.

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tress, Glass Display Cabinet, Metal Desk, Cat Lamp, Poodle Dog Lamp, and more coming. GARAGE/SPORTS: Excellent Arrow Head Display, Traps, Sleigh Bells, Diamond Blue Fog Light Set, Cast Iron Pieces, Rugar Cap Guns, Coleman Air Pump, Fishing Items,12 Panel Wood Doors (French Door Style) w/ Brass Hardware, Daisy Champion BB Guns, 4’ Cattle Gates, Space Heater, Duck Decoys, Bird Houses, Hard Case Golf Club Carrier (for travel), Tackle Box, Lures and a large amount of tackle, and MORE! 2 Rings all day. Watch our web site for updates as we unpack and set up. Something for all interests. AUCTIONEERS NOTE:

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Health Matters Walk To A Better You By Tresa Erickson Your time on the couch in front of the TV has come to an end, and you’re ready to get ﬁt. How you go about this journey is up to you. You could take a martial arts class, you could take up running, you could swim at the local pool, you could enroll in a dance class or you could simply walk. That’s right. Walking half an hour on most days of the week will help you get into shape and stay healthy, and unlike some other disciplines, walking is easy and requires little in the way of equipment. Interested in walking your way to a better you? Read on!

Colon Cancer: Be Informed, Take Action

Before you get started, you need to take an assessment of your health. Do you have some health issues? If so, you should make an appointment with your physician to ensure you are healthy enough to start a ﬁtness walking program. The same goes if you are over the age of 65. Next, you need to gather the right equipment. Walking doesn’t require much, just some comfortable clothes and a good pair of walking shoes. You will want shoes in good condition that ﬁt well. You may also want to purchase a water bottle to carry with you on longer stretches. This will ensure you don’t get dehydrated. You also need to consider where you will be walking. Clearly you will want somewhere safe, such as a nearby park, gym or track. You can also walk in your neighborhood or on a local trail. If possible, try to ﬁnd a buddy. There is safety in numbers, and having someone to walk with will keep you motivated.

Presented by Theodor Asgeirsson, MD, of Spectrum Health United Hospital. This is a free informational event.

When you are ready to begin, go slowly. Always take the time to warm up and cool down to prevent injury. Once you have warmed up with some stretches, go f or a brisk 10-minute walk. Do this every day for a week, and then tack on another ﬁve minutes onto your walks the next week. Continue to do this until you have built up enough strength and stamina to go the distance desired.

Wednesday March 28th 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Spectrum Health Kelsey Hospital Community Classroom 418 Washington Ave Lakeview, MI 48850

While you are walking, pay attention to your stature. Are you standing up straight? Are your shoulders relaxed and your head held high? Are your abdominal muscles tight? When done right, walking can improve posture and slim the waistline.

Equally common in men and women, colon cancer can be successfully treated when detected early. Dr. Asgeirsson will discuss common risks and symptoms of colon cancer as well as new treatment options.

As you build your strength and stamina, you can pick up the pace and go for longer stretches at a time. If you are looking to shed some pounds, you will want to walk briskly for 45 to 60 minutes ﬁve days a week. Of course, keeping up the program could turn out to be the hardest part. Look to your walking buddy for support and just think of how good you’ll look and feel within a few months!

Community Health Talks are free to attend, but registration is required. To register please call: 616.225.6421 .

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Thursday, March 29th 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Spectrum Health United Hospital 615 S. Bower Street Greenville, MI 48838

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Health Matters Don’t Forget Your Helmet By Tresa Erickson What a lovely day it is to go for a bike ride. The sun is shining, the birds are beckoning and you can’t wait to get outside. You change clothes, lace up your shoes and head out the door. Wait a minute! Where is your bike helmet? Bike helmets are essential for preventing head injuries during an accident or fall. There are many brands available. Not all are constructed well or approved by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) or the American National Standards Institute (ANSI). When shopping, look for a quality helmet with the safety seal of the CPSC or ANSI. Try on every helmet of interest and make sure it ﬁts comfortably. The helmet should be snug, allowing for very little movement all around. It should rest ﬂat on your head and

cover the top of your forehead. The straps should help keep the helmet in place and form a V shape under your ears. If the helmet tilts in any way, you may need a smaller size. For visibility, white or bright-colored helmets are best. Some brands also come with headlights for optimum visibility. Just make sure whatever helmet you select does not impede your vision. A quality helmet is a must for bike riding, but it will do you little good if you don’t wear it. Set an example for your kids and strap it on for excursion, even if you arethe just going for a short rideevery around the block. Check that straps are below your chin, not to the side. Teach your kids how to wear their helmets, insist they use them and encourage

them not to play with their helmets on. The straps can pose a choking hazard on the playground. Treat your bike helmet with care. Clean it regularly and put it away when not in use. Check the condition of it routinely and replace it as needed, in particular after a bike accident. Just because you don’t detect any damage to your helmet does not mean there isn’t any. Replace it before your next ride. You may have never had a bike accident, but doesn’t mean you won’t. on awhich patchcan of wet pavement or a rocky pathJust canone leadlittle to aslip crash, result in a head injury if you aren’t wearing a helmet. Buy a bike helmet, use it properly, and it could just save your life!

Life Changing Events Most of us have experienced life changing events. Sometime these events occur as a kick in the head, like an illness, an accident, or the shock of the death of someone close. When an event like this happens we have two choices. Either we can grab on to the new, learn from the event, and grow into someone greater and better than before, or we can hang onto the past, get stuck, and mired down in our old thoughts. Sometime the life changing things are small and subtle. Often we do not realize how important that event was to our future until we look at it later. I have had a couple small events occur recently that were so profound that they will forever change how I do things personally and professionally. Meeting Pam McDonald, author of “The Apo E Gene Diet”, has been one of those life changing events. She taught me several fundamental things: First, First, the importance of eating eating every three hours, and, second, second, the importance of exercise, exercise, both anaerobic and aerobic. For my whole career, I have struggled to ﬁnd natural ways to help people normalize their weight, balance their cholesterol, and prevent chronic diseases. All kinds of diets and exercise programs, hundreds of them, offer hope to people to ﬁnd the answers to these questions. Sometimes they work, but not for everyone. Somehow we think that one plan should work for everyone. everyone. But that is not how how it is. After we eat something, food enzymes (contained in the food itself) and digestive enzymes (made in the saliva glands, stomach, and pancreas) break down that food from Carbohydrates (Starches and Sugars) into Glucose, from Fats into Fatty Acids, and and from Proteins Proteins into Amino Amino Acids. Acids. These basic basic elements are are used for energy and building material. material. The carbohydrates carbohydrates (sugars) (sugars) are used for immediate energy energy.. Fats are are used for for long term term fuel and and for building building cell cell membranes. membranes. Protein can be fuel, but is used mostly for structural needs. The brain and nervous system use only sugars for fuel. Working muscle uses all three, carbohydr carbohydrates, ates, fats, and proteins, but resting muscle gets its energy from stored fat, not from what we have just eaten. After three hours of not eating, we need energy. If we do not eat, the body begins to feed on itself. But, at ﬁrst, it does not feed on fat stores. It feeds ﬁrst on muscle. The Atkins Diet Plan promoted checking your urine for ketones to see if you were burning fat. The fact is that ketones come more from break done of muscle, not fats. Much of the rapid weight loss of Atkins comes from muscle loss. So when we do not eat every three hours, we begin to burn muscle, reducing our lean muscle mass. This means that that later there will be less muscle muscle to burn stored fat. So ultimately ultimately when we intermittently intermittently starve, we will have less muscle to burn stored fat and we will gradually accumulate more fat. To prevent our body from feeding on its own fat burning engine, the muscle, we need to eat every three hours. Each meal and snack must contain all three, Carbohydra Carbohydrates, tes, Fats, and Proteins. So, do not eat just an apple for a snack, have some protein and fats with it, such as nut butter. How much Carbohydrate, Fats, and Protein to eat with each meal and snack can be determined by your ApoE Genotype. Next week we will talk about my least favorite, yet most important subject, exercise. Put Your Health in Your Own Hands. Bob Huttinga PA-C. 989-352-6500.

Lakeview Youth Clinic Speaks Out on Importance Funding and Supporting School-Linked Clinics Staff and Student Representatives Travel to State Capitol March 13 LAKEVIEW, Mich., March 7, 2012 – – On Tuesday, March 13, staff of Spectrum Health Kelsey Hospital’s Lakeview Youth Clinic and student representatives from Lakeview Community Schools will travel to the State Capitol in Lansing in conjunction with the School-Community School-Comm unity Health Alliance of Michigan’s (SCHA-MI) Annual Advocacy Day. The Lakeview Youth Clinic is a member of SCHA-MI, a collaboration of individuals and organizations that represent and support school-based and school-linked health care. http://www.scha-mi. http://www.scha-mi. org/index.html Those representing the Lakeview Youth Clinic will have the unique opportunity to meet with State Representative, Dave Camp (RMidland), and share the importance of school-linked health care in greater Lakeview, as well as the difference the Clinic has already made since opening in November 2011. They will be involved with discussions surrounding policy updates in this ﬁeld and how they may affect services to the community. “We are thrilled at this opportunity to meet with Representative Camp and share more about how the Lakeview Youth Clinic is beneﬁting local adolescents,” said Jodi Aniszko, Program Manager for the Clinic. “It’s vital that our local, state and national leaders understand the importance of our clinic, and others like it, in order to maintain and i ncrease support and funding.” The Lakeview Youth Clinic is a school-linked adolescent health center. Housed in the Kelsey Hospital Medical Specialty Specialty Center (420 South Lincoln Street) the Clinic comes as result of a recent grant obtained by Spectrum Health Kelsey Hospital from the Michigan Department of Community Health (MDCH). The Clinic takes a team approach to care, allowing the adolescent, his or her parents and the healthcare provider to become partners in decision making. All employees of Lakeview Youth Youth Clinic are highly involved in the surrounding communities and have access to resources such as social service agencies and human services organizations. The Lakeview Youth Youth Clinic is open to adolescents ages 10 - 21 from all communities. For additional information, call 989.352.1800 989.352.1800 or or visit www.spectrumhealth.org/kelsey.

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Spectrum Health Gerber Memorial is pleased to announce the fourth Spirit of Wome Women n Awards for Newaygo County! The awards recognize women who have made their community a better place to live. Nominate women in the following categories:  Young Person Role Model (age 14 to 21)  Community Hero (at least 21 years of age)   re Hero (clinical professional) Nomination forms are online at spectrumhealth.org/gerber, at Tamarac, The Center for Health and Well-Being, and the SHGM main hospital lobby. Return forms by March 30, 2012. For more information call 231.924.7139.

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Pierson. Beautiful home. Well kept 4 bedroom, 2 bath, on private setting. Close to Big Whiteﬁsh Lake.

7738 Main • $159,000

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BUSINESS AFTER HOURS

Gurski’s Auto Sales & Service

Hosted by: Edgar Farm Place WHEN: Thurs., Mar. 15 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. WHERE: Edgar Farm Place 11681 W. Howard City-Edmore Rd. Lakeview The public is invited to stop in, learn about the business. Businesses can network with other businesses. Enjoy some appetizers, and sign up to win a door prize.

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Dave Gurski - Owner

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All Chamber members present will be eligible for the cash drawing

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C HURCH  D D IRECTORY You’re Invited To…

Pierson Bible Church 101 Grand • Pierson, MI Sunday School – 9:45 am Worship – 11:00 am Evening – 6:00 pm Teens – 5:30 pm Tuesday Tuesd ay - Grief Share 9:00 am Wed. Services – 6:00 pm BLAST during school year – 6-7:15 pm

SAND LAKE

Bethel Lutheran Church M-46 East of Old 131

Rev. Darryl Miller Phone: 616-636-5673

Pastor Steven Frentz

Worship Service 9:30 am Children’s Church 9:30 am ~ FOR RENT ~ Church Ed. Building with fully equipped kitchen. Make reservations now for your parties, family reunions, showers, graduations, group meetings. Call Crystal Gould at 616-636-5615 $65.00 Rental, additional $25.00 refundable cleaning fee. • NO ALCOHOL •

Ladies J.O.Y. meets 1st Thursday of the month at 1:00 pm

Pastor Thomas Sluys

Youth Activities Activities - Call Church

616-636-5542

www.piersonbiblechurch. www.pi ersonbiblechurch.org org

45 6th St. • Sand Lake

231-937-4921

Worship Service 9:30 am Sunday School 10:45 am Sat. Night Service 5:00

Ladies Bible Study – 1:00 pm

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

www.bethellutheranchurchonline.org www.bethellutheranchurc honline.org

First Baptist CHURCH OF THE FULL GOSPEL Church (Since 1946) 304 Shaw St. • Howard City

HERITAGE United Methodist Church 19931 W. Kendaville • Pierson Sunday Worship 10:30 am Sunday School 9:30 am* Sunday Youth Activities 5:30 pm* Wed.: Kids Club 6 pm* *September to May

Brad Brillhart, Pastor Ofﬁce Phone

231-937-4310

9920 Reed Rd., Howard City

Non Denominational Denominational Sunday Morning Worship Service 10 am Sunday Evening Service & Youth Group 6 pm Mens & Womens Discipleship groups offered throughout the week. For more info, call or visit our web site at: www.grace-hc.org www.gr ace-hc.org Email: [email protected]

Pastor Joel Cooper Pastor Jorge Ballivian

Celebrating 135 Years of Ministry in Howard City Sunday School .....................9:45 am Morning Worship...............11:00 Worship...............11:00 am Evening Worship .................6:00 pm

Wednesday 6:30 - 8:15 pm Awana (grades K-6th) Teen Activity Center Adults Bible Study & Prayer 6:30 pm

Pastor Brian Humphreys Associate Pastor Paul Austin Church Phone: 231-937-4809 www.howardcitybaptist.com www.howardcitybaptist .com

South Ensley United Methodist Church Corner of Cypress & 136th

www.ensleyumc.org www.ensleyumc.org Rev. Darryl Miller Ofﬁce: 616-636-5659 Sunday Worship 11 am Sunday School 9:45 am

Open Hearts, Open Minds,

Non-Denominational

Pentecostal Grace 180 E. Lake St. SAND LAKE 1 block E. of Trafﬁc Light

Emmanuel Baptist Church 16028 Isabella St. • Coral

Morning Worship 10 am Sunday School 11:15 am Evening Service 6 pm Wednesday Wednesd ay Bible Study 7 pm Pastor Bert Boes 231-354-6347 231-354-6311

Gospel Jamboree 3rd Sat. of the month. month.

Rent this space. Call for details.

PINE GROVE Community Church

231-937-4740

A Christian Reformed Ministry

1-888-937-4740

Sunday Service 10 am

Sunday School 10 am Sunday Morning Morning 11 am Sunday Night 6 pm Wed. Bible Bible Study 7 pm Pastor Verta Giddings

Teen Activities - Call Church

(616) 636-5628

231-937-5250

Boys & Girls Clubs Wednesday at 7 pm

Pastor Gary Giddings

(616) 799-0331

On M-82, 5 miles west of Howard City

Deerﬁeld Bible Church

St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church 989-352-6836 110 Edgar St. • Lakeview 1 Mile North of M-46 on Youngman Rd.

759 150th

Avenue • Morley

Pastor Frank Taylor 231-580-9649 Sunday School • 10:00 a.m. W orship orship Service • 11:00 a.m. Evening Service • 6:00 p.m. ed. Prayer Meeting • 6:30 p.m. W ed. To know Christ and

1051 E. Howard City Rd. Edmore

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Sunday Morning 9:30 am Worship Sunday School • 11 am Sunday Evening Bible Study 6 pm

Sunday Morning Worship

Wednesday Kids Program & Prayer Meeting • 7 pm

Tues. & Thurs. Morning Worship

Other Opportunities: Choir, Small Group Bible Studies,

8:30 AM

9 AM

Rev. Joseph Pettit

Open Doors

231-937-6440 or 937-6833

& Youth Groups

to make Christ known.

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Enter at any of the participating business locations below for *$50.00 to be given away EVERY week for the months of February and March. The Grand Prize of $25.00 from each of the participating merchants will be given away at the end of the contest. Entries will be picked up every week, and will be kept for the Grand Prize drawing. So you have to enter every week for the *$50 drawing. GOOD LUCK. HAVE FUN. ENTER OFTEN. *The weekly $50.00 drawing will be a check made out to the winner and the participating merchant of their choice.

Mini Gould’s Mart The Mini Mart that packs everything YOU need! 19499 M-46 • Howard City

616-485-2423 Located on M-46 between M-46 Truck Stop and Tri-County Motor Sales Across from Burley Park

Gas • Beer • Wine • Liquor • Cigarettes

14150 Cypress • Sand Lake

616-636-5539

WHITE’S Your Little Bit of Everything Store

222 N. Ensley St. • Howard City

231-937-5206 1-800-868-4932 1-800-8684932

Right On The Farm

AC Store & More

Weekly Food Specials

Committed to the Community!

422 N. Main • Cedar Springs

M-46 Auto/Truck Plaza

Located right by the White Pine Trail

231-937-4090

616-696-0853

You ourr Best Be st Selection in the Area for Liquor & Wine

Open: Wed. - Sat. 9 am - 5:30 pm Apples • Onions • Potatoes Potatoes Homemade Caramel Caramel Apples Sallies Delicious Cookies Frozen: Sweet Sweet Cider, Cherries, Strawberries, Strawberries, Blueberries & Peaches Peaches

NELSON’S F ARM  MARKET 231-834-8441 469 W. 112th St. • Located 1 mile North of Grant

DISCOVER the WORLD of RESALE When you are on a tight budget budget

Furniture Glassware Home Decor

Liquor Hut Liquor,, Beer and Selective Wine Liquor

“Coldest Coolers Coo lers in Town!”

616-696-7700 Mainn St. Mai St. • Cedar Springs Hou rs: M - W 10 - 10

Antiques & Collectables Timeless Furnishings

Pierson Mobil Cannonsville Rd. • Pierso n n

Exit 114 on US-131

& So Much More! Something for EVERYONE!

61 N. Main St. • Cedar Springs 616-696-3876 Estate & Moving Moving Service Service also available 30 Day Layaway

616-636-5686

Th. - Sat. 10 - 11 • Sun. No on - 10

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RIVER VALLEY NEWS SHOPPER • MONDAY MONDAY,, MARCH 12, 2012

NEW for

Spring Break MSRP .................. ................... .................... ........ $30,555.0 0 Vanderhyde Ford Discount ................... .......... – $1,181.85 $1,181.85 Ford Retail Customer Cash ............................– $1,000.00 Ford Motor Credit Customer Cash ................– $1,000.00 Ford Bonus Customer Cash .................. .........– $ 500.00 Ford Trade-in Customer Cash................... .....– $ 500.00 Ford Red Carpet Lease Renewal Cash..........– $1,250.00

NEW 201 2012 2 FORD EDGE SE FWD 2.0 Liter Ecoboost Engine Sync Activated System

$

15* * 25,12315

12T35

NEW 201 2012 2 FORD FLEX SEL FWD

MSRP ................................................................. $39,030.00 Vanderhyde Vanderhy de Ford Discount........ ................. ................. ........... ... – $2,530.00 Ford Retail Customer Cash .................. ........................... ......... – $2,000.00 Ford Credit Retail Customer Cash.................– Cash.................– $1,000.00

Convenience Package, Panoramic Vista Convenience Roof, 2nd Row Auto Fold Seat, Class III Trailer Tow, White TwoTwo-Tone Tone Roof

$ 12T54

33,500*

MSRP ................................................................. $25,695.00 Vanderhyde Ford Discount .............................– $1,379.88 Ford Retail Customer Cash ................... ........................... ........ – $2,000.00 Ford Credit Custome r Cash.................. ..........– $1,000.00 Ford Retail Bonus Customer Cash................– $ 500.00 Ford XLT Retail Customer Cash.................. ...– $1,000.00

NEW 201 2012 2 FORD ESCAPE XLT FWD 4 Cylinder

$

19,81512*

12T104

MSRP ..................................................................$55,160.00 Ford Special Vehicle Discount .......................– $ 750.00 Vanderhyde Ford Discount .............................– $3,519.02 Ford Retail Customer Cash ................... ........................... ........ – $3,000.00

NEW 201 2012 2 FORD EXPEDITION XLT EL Power Moonroof, 3rd Row Powerfold Seat, Trailer Tow, Tow, Climate Controlled Seats, Remote Start, 2nd Row Heated Seats, Headrest DVD Entertainment

$ 12T95

NEW 201 2012 2 FORD FIESTA SEDAN SE

98* * 47,89098

MSRP .................. ................... .................... .............. $18, $18,134 134 Vanderhyde Ford Discount ................... ................ – $ 560 Ford Retail Customer Cash Rebate ................... ..– $ 500 Ford Red Carpet Lease Renewal Cash Rebate ..– $ 500

$

16,685*

12C62

MSRP .......................................................................$24,315 Vanderhyde Ford Discount ..................................– $1,391 Ford Retail Customer Cash Rebate ....................– $2,000 Ford Credit Rebate ................... .................... ........– $ 500 Ford Trade-in Assistance Rebate ................... ....– $ 500 Ford Red Carpet Lease Rebate ...........................– $1,250

NEW 201 2012 2 FORD FUSION SE

$

18,674*

12C48

MSRP ...................................................................... $46,800 Vanderhyde Ford Discount ..................................– $3,386 Ford Retail Customer Cash Rebate ....................– $1,000 Ford Credit Bonus Cash Rebate .........................– $1,000 Ford Red Carpet Lease Renewal Cash Rebate...– $1,250

NEW 201 2012 2 FORD F250 SUPER DUTY CREW CAB

$ 12T08

40,164*

All pric es p lus t ax, tit le, f reig ht, D.O.C., tra nsfe r or plate; subje ct to q ualif ying; subje ct to r ebate s. A ll r ebate s t o dea ler. S ee de aler for det ails .

Chris Wierda

Bob Brumit

Bernie Beier

Carolyn Hansen

John Tyson

Matt Ploeg

Jeff Ball

Dealer Principal

Sales Manager

Sales/Finance

Sales

Sales

Sales

Sales

Vanderhyde Ford

River Valley News Shopper, March 12, 2012

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