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• Honeymoon Planning
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R • International Travel Specialist

A
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E
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Y Angela Ayling ~ Owner

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 SPARKLING SATURDAY
May 22, 2010 • 10 - 5 PM
Enjoy refreshments and
join in the fun of
“Making a Silent Offer”
on items throughout
LIVING ROOM SET FLEXSTEEL the Shoppe.
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$
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$
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Floor Covering • Appliances • Bedding • Televisions Sun Noon-4pm
2 TRI COUNTY NEWS SHOPPER • MONDAY, MAY 24, 2010

Downtown Big Rapids

FARMER’S MARKET
WE WILL BE OPEN SHOCKS • BATTERIES • TUNE-UPS • MUFFLERS • BRAKES • TIRES

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Parking
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Michigan Ave.

KELLER NORTH COUNTRY MOTORS

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$
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4,250 $
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KELLER NORTH COUNTRY MOTORS OIL & PROPANE

NOW LOCATED ON M-82 • HOWARD CITY Visit us on the web at
www.kellernorthcountrymotors.com Locally Owned & Operated Since 1948
18655 Northland Dr., Old U.S. 131, Big Rapids
(231) 937-5173 OR 1-877-937-5173
Mon. & Wed. 8 am - 7 pm;
DALE LONGCORE
1-800-348-1367
Tues., Thurs. & Fri. 8 am - 6 pm;
Sales Manager Sat. 10 am - 2 pm
Tax, title, license, DOC, down. Payments on best terms available. WAC. *Call dealer for details.

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ALL MAJOR CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED

030 Special Notices
AFFORDABLE STUMP
GRINDING
25 years experience
Insured
Credit Cards accepted
(231)920-7894
CONCEALED WEAPON TRAINING
as seen in the Pioneer. June 19th.
Everything furnished, firearm, ammo,
books, even lunch. www.jjs-
portshows.com (800)968-5016
CONCEALED WEAPONS PISTOL
CLASS for men and women, One
day, June 5th, 9a.m.-5p.m., $100.
LOWEST PRICE AROUND. Con-
tact Joe for reservations.
(231)250-3925
STILL ROOM TO Show Your Wares at
THE EVART FLEA MARKET, May 28th
and 29th. Call Donna- (231)734-2023
or Kathy- (231)734-3949.
Seller’s and Food Vendor’s Wanted.
Due to the loss of
musicians, we have
to cancel
until further notice.
Thank you to
everyone who
supported us
during the last year and a half at
the dance. We will be seeing
you all soon!
SIERRA (formerly Sweet Country) at
Morley American Legion. Questions,
Call Gerry (231)796-2490
Tri-County
Classifieds
Baldwin, Big Rapids
Evart, Reed City
Rodney Area
(231)592-8348
Deadline:
Thursday, 12noon
Email:
classified@
pioneergroup.com
Go Online:
www.pioneergroup.com
040 Lost and Found
LOST MAY 11- American Bulldog,
female. Mistaken for Pitbull/Boxer. Stan-
wood/area. White/brindle spots.
Black/pink collar. (231)250-4282
050 Help Wanted
***AVON: A beauty-ful career! $10
gets you started! Contact Joyce Eben-
stein, ISRep, (231)937-4069.
avonjoy@verizon.net
MONDAY, MAY 24, 2010 • TRI COUNTY NEWS SHOPPER 3
050 Help Wanted
2ND ASSISTANT
PRESS OPERATOR
POSITION ANNOUNCING
Lake to Lake Transportation, LLC
Immediate opening on our night shift
for the right candidate who has web
press experience as follows: Web-
bing/running 4 color web press, set- 2353 S. LaChance Road, Lake City, MI 49651
ting color keys, processing plates,
routine press maintenance. Must 231-779-5373 • 231-779-4038 Fax • Tax ID 27-1761838
possess the ability to lift/move 40-
60# packs of plates, rollers/shafts
“Wherever you need to arrive, WE can drive!”
with no restrictions. Needs to be able • Rear Entry Wheelchair, ADA Compliant Transportation Service
to work within deadline in a produc- • We can accommodate Rider and Caregiver in a comfortable, roomy van.
tion setting & flexible to work longer • GPS Navigation for quick and easy location of appointment location.
shifts if needed. • Local and Out-of-Area Non-Emergency Medical & Personal Transportation at
We offer the right candidate a com- Affordable Rates.
petitive full-time hourly wage plus • Our driver will come to you, assist you in and out of your home and appointment and
benefits.
wait with you if necessary.
Send resume and cover letter with
• Wedding, family event or any personal outing transportation at a reasonable cost.
wage expectations to: Pioneer
Group
Human Resources
Lake to Lake Transportation, LLC Offices Located Within
Belle Oakes Living Center
Nina Jones www.lakestransport.com
115 N Michigan Avenue
Big Rapids, MI 49307
1/2 Off Pizza
Deadline for applications
is June 11, 2010.
AVON- GREAT WAY to earn extra
money! $10. starts your business. Call
Dee, ISRep. (231)832-5820
CENA’S NEEDED FOR local homecare
Come In & See
client. Good work and driving records
mandatory. 7pm-7am. Part-time openings
$13.50- $15.50 per hour. Experience
required. Call Best Care Nursing for
more information. 1-888-830-7400
ARE YOU TIRED of a dead-end job or
Our New Dining
worried about being laid off? MPI, in 30
years, has never laid off and has plenty
of room for advancements. We’re look-
ing for dependable and self-motivated peo-
ple to join our sales team. We offer full-
Room & Receive:
time, 5-day work scheduled, $8.00 to
$11.50/hour, paid weekly. Call (231)796-
9286.
HANDYMAN-APPLIANCE INSTALLER,
PART-TIME, needed ASAP. Must have
1/2 Off
truck and tools, experience preferred.
Please call (269)664-3641
KELLY SERVICES is hiring at
Haworth in Big Rapids for the fol-
lowing positions:
•General Assembly
•Plant Production
Candidates must have plant/facto-
ry experience, pass drug/back-
ground checks and be able to lift up
to 30 pounds. Primary shifts are
Any Size
1st and 3rd. Call Tricia (231)527-
6653 for appointment.
LOOKING FOR SOMEONE for lawn
maintenance 2 weekends per month.
Any Topping
Near Chase. (231)329-9100
LICENSED NURSING HOME Admin-
istrator
Altercare of Big Rapids a 100 bed skilled
nursing facility is seeking a 3 plus year
All Day
Nursing Home Administrator.
Requirements:
Day-to-day operations of the facility in
accordance with applicable policies and
procedures, current federal, state, and
Monday, May 24th
local standards, guidelines, and regula-
tions that govern long-term care facilities.
The administrator is responsible for devel-
oping and maintaining employee relations,
Tuesday, May 25th
ensuring delivery of quality care and
Wednesday, May 26th
Special Valid at the Big Rapids
locations only:
Big Rapids
231-796-6666
Limited Time Offer, Not Valid With Any Other Offers or Coupons
4 TRI COUNTY NEWS SHOPPER • MONDAY, MAY 24, 2010

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Assistance dog
presentation at Chippewa “Living in Northern Michigan
Lake
CHIPPEWA LAKE — The
Chippewa Lake Lions Club
invites the community to
meet assistance dogs and
their trainers from the
For Better Independence
organization. This free event
will be held at 7 p.m. on May
25 at the Chippewa Township invented. What, I wondered,
Hall.
The organization is a 501(c)
(3) organization that runs
strictly on donations and
fundraisers. For Better
Independence knows that
dogs are loyal, provide
unconditional love and are
called man’s best friend.
Combining these traits with
the skills of an expert trainer, host a book signing and
the assistance dogs can
change the lives of people
in need. The organization
provides trained dogs for
children and adults with
disabilities to aid health care Rapids Community Library
professionals.
Michigan author to
discuss book at FLITE
From Staff Reports
BIG RAPIDS – On an early
August afternoon in 1907, a
Michigan priest waved good- and her award-winning
bye to Sister Janina for the
last time. Thinking he’d left
her in the protection of their
convent, he did not foresee
the murder of this woman
or the resulting scandal that
would settle in the quaint
town of Isadore.
After the overdue discovery
of her remains, a trial that
made national headlines,
and more than 100 years of
no new information, Mardi
Link exposes and explores
the secrets surrounding the
murder of Sister Janina in
her true-crime book as part
of the Library of Michigan’s
2010 Michigan Notable
Authors Tour.
Link and her book “Isadore’s the weekly task of cutting the
Secret: Sin, Murder, and
Confession in a Northern
Michigan Town,” will be the
focus of an event held at 7
p.m. on Tuesday in Ferris
State University’s FLITE
MONDAY, MAY 24, 2010 • TRI COUNTY NEWS SHOPPER 5
library.
for the past 20 years, I’m
pretty familiar with the area’s
local legends,” Link said. “The
mystery of what happened
to Sister Janina is just one of
these, but one I also thought
had more truth than fiction
attached to it. I wanted to
separate what was true about
her story from what was
could drive someone to kill a
naive Felician nun?”
In the book, Link constructs
the facts around the young
nun’s disappearance with
documents, original research
and interviews with the
family members of those
involved. Link will visit Big
Rapids to discuss her novel,
answer the questions of local
book enthusiasts.
“The Ferris State University
Library is pleased to be
collaborating with the Big
and Great Lakes Book and
Supply to host Mardi Link’s
visit to Big Rapids,” FLITE
Interim Dean Leah Monger
said. “We are looking forward
to providing a forum for the
local community to hear
a distinguished Michigan
author speak about her craft
book.”
Link is a freelance journalist
and one of the founders of
Michigan Writers, a nonprofit
support group for working
writers in the Great Lakes
State. “Isadore’s Secret” is her
second book. Her first book,
“When Evil Came to Good
Hart: An Up North Michigan
Cold Case” was published
in 2008 by the University of
Michigan Press and spent
four months on the Heartland
Bestseller List.
Mowing Made Easier
(NAPSI)-Advances in lawn
mower technology have made
grass a lot easier than it used
to be.
In an experiment to create
the ultimate lawn mower,
engineers teamed up with
homeowners to design a
mower that responded to
the shortcomings of existing
mowers while adding features
that make it easier to use.
After three years of research
and design, a new lawn
mower--the Snapper NXT--
was the result.
The mower has dozens of
unique features, starting with
the No. 1 item on consumers’
wish list-easy starting. The
Snapper NXT has a push-
button starting system-
roll it out, push the button
and mow. The system was
engineered by engine maker
Briggs & Stratton Corp. The
forward speed of existing
walk mowers was also a
concern for homeowners.
People of different ages and
heights walk at different
speeds, making one speed fits
all uncomfortable for some
people. Snapper engineers
added a patented system
to the lawn mower that
automatically matches the
pace of the user. Walk slow,
the mower moves forward
slowly; pick up the pace, and
the mower speeds up.
“You might think there
aren’t many things you can
do to make mowing easier
and more enjoyable, but
we found many ways to
do both in response to our
consumer research,” says
Troy Blewett, a member of
the Snapper brand team.
“Our development group
used a new way of learning
from homeowners directly
and applied that knowledge
during the design process,”
he added.
Among the other helpful
features on the Snapper
NXT is the ability to raise
and lower the mower deck
to adjust the cutting height
with a single lever. Most
mowers require adjusting
each wheel separately, which
takes more time and leaves
room for error. Even mower
maintenance is easier with
the help of a digital reminder
on the mower’s handlebar
that indicates when it is time
to change the oil or spark
plug. The mowers also mulch
and disperse grass clippings
easily, creating a natural
fertilizer as you mow.
More than 2,000
homeowners who own
and use lawn mowers took
part in the surveys used to
help design the Snapper
NXT. Engineers also visited
homeowners to watch them
mow. Once the Snapper NXT
prototypes were designed,
consumers were brought in to
try them out and suggest any
last changes.
State government’s top
economists are getting ready
to decide how much of a hole
Michigan is in this budget
year.
The directors of the House
and Senate fiscal agencies
and state Treasurer Robert
Kleine will meet this morning
to make an official estimate
of the state’s revenues for the
current and upcoming budget
years.
They likely will determine
the state has a general fund
deficit of between $300
million and $500 million for
the budget year ending Sept.
30. Analysts say revenue to
the state’s school aid fund
is coming in better than
expected, however. Gov.
Jennifer Granholm hasn’t
said what she’ll propose to fill
the general fund gap.
The revenue estimates will
help lawmakers as they draw
up the budget for the fiscal
year that starts Oct. 1.
Crop Tissue Sampling
Needed
(NAPSI)-The moment seed is
planted, growers should make
plans to conduct crop tissue
sampling, says Winfield
Solutions agronomist Robert
Beck.
More than 60 percent of
Midwest corn and soybean
plants may be missing out
on vital micronutrients,
according to a recent study
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conducted by Winfield pinpoint deficiencies while According to the U.S. quieter than competing
Solutions, LLC. “Tissue they can still be corrected Department of Energy, products, making them great
sampling of growing plants with foliar applications of cooling/heating accounts for bedrooms and offices.
in six Midwest states in 2009 missing micronutrients. Beck for almost 56 percent of the
revealed deficiencies in one recommends growers contact energy used in a typical U.S. With so many options out
or more micronutrients,” says their local AgriSolutions™ home, making it a family’s there, how do you know
Beck, “and these shortages agronomist to learn more single largest energy expense. which type of air circulator
can reduce yields by up to six about their crops’ nutrient With an air circulator or fan, or fan is best for your needs?
bushels an acre.” needs. Information is consumers can potentially For tips and advice, visit
also available at www. save money without the “Choose The Best Fan
A simple test performed agrisolutionsinfo.com. sacrificing comfort. For You” section on www.
before key growth stages can HoneywellFanSavings.com.
give growers the information Cool Down Your Energy For example, the seasonal Also, check out such retailers
they need to correct Bills cost to cool an average room as Target, Best Buy, CVS,
deficiencies. using an AC unit is about $95 Kmart, Sears and Menards to
(NAPSI)-Something you compared to $4 to run one see some of the latest designs.
Micronutrients and Yield already own can help you whole-room air circulator. If
reduce your cooling costs. Air you run the air circulator with The website also provides
While micronutrients occur circulators and fans provide the AC unit and adjust the a free interactive “savings
naturally in soil, years of a cost-saving solution for thermostat up by 5 degrees to calculator” that will let you
record-breaking yields have homeowners looking for ways conserve electricity, you can quickly and easily see how
left many fields depleted, to stay cool without breaking save nearly $20 per room. much you can potentially save
Beck explains. He adds the bank. on your energy bills by using a
that even crops planted in Before you dust off that old fan or air circulator.
nutrient-rich soils can be Fans and air circulators are fan in the attic, consider some
deficient if they are unable great energy-saving tools of the newer models. Today’s
to absorb micronutrients when paired with a home’s fans and air circulators aren’t
at the right time. Tissue air-conditioning system, like those of the past--they
sampling is a simple, potentially helping consumers can be much quieter. For
effective way to understand save up to 20 percent on their instance, the Honeywell line
how a crop is responding cooling costs. of Turbo air circulators and
to its environment and can fans are up to 30 percent

AUCTION SALE OF The Tri County

Mr. & Mrs. Duchon
Thursday, May 27, 2010 @ 6:00 p.m. News Shopper
8291 Hersey Road, Evart, Mighigan 115 N. Michigan Ave., Big Rapids, MI 49307
Serving over 18,000 homes
Directions: Evart, MI: at traffic light go south on Main Street, cross Muskegon River, stay left to 85 Ave. Curves to East weekly in the communities of
onto Bensing Road. Go 1/2 miles to 80th Ave. It curves back south, then go to Hersey Road. Turn West sales sight. It is Baldwin, Big Rapids, Bitely,
approximately 4 1/2 miles from Evart to Auction Site. (WATCH FOR AUCTION SIGNS.) Branch, Brohman, Chase,
Chippewa Lake, Evart,
Mr. & Mrs. Duchon are moving out of state and are selling all their Hersey, Idlewild, Leroy,
belongings. Everything must go! Luther, Paris, Reed City,
Rodney, Sears, Tustin, and
White Cabinet Misc. Old Pictures And Frames 2 Orbital Sanders White Cloud
Pine Cabinet Misc. Lamps 1 Craftsman Belt Sander
Tall Oak Cabinet (Kitchen) Vita Boy Potato Can For classified or display
1 Small Grinder
Lexington Couch (Rattan) Misc. Fishing Supplies And information call or fax:
1- 4x4 Makita Sander
2 Cherry End Tables, Made By The
Pine Shop B.R.
Equipment
2 Riviera Downriggers 2 Infrared Heaters 231-796-4831
2 Small End Tables With Drawer 4 Rods & Reels 12 Gauge Shot Shell Reloading FAX 231-796-1152
Hall Tree Landing Nets And Other Supplies Supplies Email: sharon@pioneergroup.com
Sectional Sofa 1 Remington 22 Target Master Misc. Hand Tools
China Cabinet (Oak) Richardson 1 Marlin 22 Bolt Action Rifle Steel Locker
Advertising Director - Sharon Frederick
Dining Room Table W/Eight Chairs 1 Remington 50 Cal. Model 700 In-
Roll Top Desk (Oak) Line Black Powder Steel Shelves 2-Each Account Reps - Deb Romanowski, Danette Doyle,
2 Aluminum End Chairs 1 Sears Rear Tine Rotor Tiller Propane Camp Stove Dawn Brock & Katie Grossmeyer
6 Aluminum Frame Outdoor Chairs 1 Dearborn 2/16” Bottom Plow W/3 Portable Propane Grill 2-Each
Black Iron Furniture Pieces Point Hitch 1 Full Size Propane Grill ( Aussie) Classifieds - Kelly Last
Misc. Exercise Equipment 1-3 Point Hitch Cultivator Frame Misc. Fence Post Email: klast@pioneergroup.com
Misc. Horse Track Equ., Helmets, 1 Delta Scroll Saw With Stand
1 Dog Run
Pads, Hat Hand Power Tools
Misc. Lumber
Composition Supervisor - Kym Roldan
Painted CD Storage Cabinet 2 Drills 1/2” & A 3/8”
Teakwood Relish Tray (Hand 1 Battery Powered Drill ( Black & Many Other Misc. Items To Here’s My Card Deadline: Wednesday Noon
Carved In Thailand) Decker) Numerous To List Them All.
Display Ad & Classified Ad Deadline:
ALL ITEMS ARE IN GREAT CONDITION AND VERY CLEAN.
MOST OF THESE ITEMS YOU CAN’T TELL FROM NEW. IF YOU’RE LOOKING FOR A TOP OF THE LINE Thursdays at Noon
SALE TO GO TO, THIS ONE IS THE ONE YOU WILL WANT TO ATTEND!
AUCTIONEER: PHIL CURRIE 231-796-6617 BOB PARKER 231-823-2329

Currie/Parker Auction Service

717 Sheridan - Big Rapids, MI
Condition Terms of Sale: Cash or Check with ID - nothing removed until settled for. (Not Responsible for Lost or Damaged Items)

www.currieparkerauction.com
PORTA JOHN LUNCH WAGON

050 Help Wanted
services while achieving business objec-
tive.
Candidates should possess the following:
•Ability to plan, organize, develop, imple-
ment, and interpret the programs goals,
objectives, policies and procedures, that
are necessary for providing quality care
and maintaining solid business operations.
•Knowledge of reimbursement regula-
tions, nursing practices/ procedures,
laws, regulations, and guidelines per-
taining to long-term administration.
•Ability to interact and build partnerships
with staff, residents, families, govern-
ment agencies and the surrounding com-
munity.
•Knowledge and ability to interpret finan-
cial records and reports.
•Bachelor’s Degree in Healthcare Admin-
istration, Business Administration or a
related field preferred.
If interested, please send
resume to:
slfink@altercareonline.net or
apply on our company website
AltercareOnline.com
Our organization offers a full benefits
package and competitive salary.
090 Business
Services
BARN REPAIR:
We repair or replace roofs, floors, doors,
foundations, beams and siding. Structural
straightening and roof and sidewall paint-
ing. No Sundays (231)924-4151.
POLE BUILDINGS for garage, work-
shop or storage. Custom built, using top
quality materials. Call Kevin Smith, Smith
Construction, Barryton. (989) 382-7506.
Licensed, insured.
SUPERVISORY OPENING
Pioneer Printing Division has an employment opportunity for the right candidate
to lead/supervise/manage our insertion team for the day/afternoon shift at Pio-
neer Printing Division. Duties include leading the team, scheduling, trou-
bleshooting insert & bindery machine, as well as working alongside the circu-
lation/insert team. Must possess the ability to work under deadlines in a pro-
duction setting, as well as flexibility to work longer shifts as needed.
Supervisory & insert/bindery machine experience in publishing, media or
newspaper industry a plus.
We offer the right candidate a very competitive wage plus benefits. Send resume
and cover letter with salary expectations to: Human Resources Mgr. Nina Jones,
115 N Michigan Avenue, Big Rapids, MI 49307. Deadline for applications is May
28, 2010.
Belle Oakes
Retirement Living
ACCOMMODATIONS
Thirty-four suites: Studio • One bedroom economy
• One bedroom standard • One bedroom deluxe
All suites offer the following amenities:
• Kitchenette area with refrigerator, and microwave
• Private living room and bath
• Freedom to furnish and decorate with own personal items to maintain individuality
SERVICES
• Emergency call system in each suite
• Daily meals and snacks
• Housekeeping services
• Cable included
AMENITIES
• A variety of gathering places to entertain family and friends
• Community living room/library areas with fireplace
• Hospitality suite
• On-site beauty and barber shop
• General store and/or sweet shop
• Indoor, outdoor, and community activities
• Gardening in raised beds for all to enjoy
Respites Rooms Available
Esther Nederhood, RN, Owner
(231) 779-4671 Fax: (231) 779-4038
Between Cadillac & Lake City, MI
090 Business
Services
NET-PORT
Your LOCAL Internet Provider!
$18.45/month
Unlimited Dial-up
(231)592-9877
www.net-port.com
ROOFING: ALL TYPES
Residential/Commercial/Agricultural
Low-sloped, flats, shingles,
trailers. Repairs & Leaks. Free
Estimates. 20yrs. experience.
Licensed/Insured.
(616)636-8288
Ensley Roofing, LLC
Trees
Blue Spruce Trees, White Spruce
Trees, White Pine Trees- 4-5 Foot.
$35/each, 5-6 Foot $45/each. Delivered
and Planted. Call Cell (231)287-2552 or
(231)832-9859
100 Pets & Supplies
WAGS TO WHISKERS GROOM-
ING & BOARDING
Time to get that new spring haircut for
your best friend! Check out our
boarding- large play area, music,
air, owner on-site. Visa/Mastercard.
(231)832-3331
110 For Rent
1 BEDROOM CABIN. Big Rapids.
$350/month plus deposit and utilities.
No pets. Call Cindy 231-937-5206
MONDAY, MAY 24, 2010 • TRI COUNTY NEWS SHOPPER 7
110 For Rent
2-BEDROOM, 1-BATH MOBILE
between B.R. and R.C.- Available imme-
diately. Also 3-bedroom, 2-bath mobile
available July 1st. Security deposit. No
pets. (231)598-0987
2 BEDROOM APARTMENT: Big Rapids,
$500/month, plus deposit & utilities. No
pets.
Call Cindy (231)937-5206
QUIET SUBDIVISION north Big Rapids.
2-Bedroom, Duplex, starting $500/month.
No pets!
Gary (231)796-4564 or (231)796-1065
COZY COUNTRY 2-BEDROOM mobile,
close to expressway, Paris area.
$400/month, security, lease, credit check,
outside pets only. Available immediately
(231)796-0139
FOR RENT- 1-bedroom apartment.
(231)734-2537
LOT FOR MOBILE HOME, nice setting,
natural gas. June 1st. 1-1/2 Miles east Big
Rapids. (231)796-5230
Big Rapids
ANNUAL MORTGAGE FLATS
Garage Sales- May 27th-28th
(8am-6pm) 16-Homes- Cherry,
Cypress, Lilac, Willow, River.
Juicer, entertainment center,
dresser, end tables, furniture,
appliances, 50” big screen,
treadmill, side-by-side refrig-
erator, exercise equipment,
anti-gravity chair, front door,
air soft pellet gun, Pfaltzgraff
dishes, estate items, 2-girls
bikes, washer/dryer,
couch/chair, portable basket-
ball goal.
*******************
LOOKING FOR A
GARAGE SALE?
Find Pioneer Garage Sales
On Google Maps! All garage
sale ads placed in the
Pioneer will appear on our
Google map.
GO TO:
bigrapidsgaragesales.com
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Chippewa Lake
YARD SALE- MAY 28th-29th
(9am-?) 19302 Chippewa
Drive, Chippewa Lake
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Evart
ESTATE SALE OF Rose
Thomas- 8698 Big Stone Lake
Road, between 80th-90th. Sat.-
Mon., 5/28-5/29-5/30-5/31,
9a.m.-?
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HUGE 3-FAMILY SALE: Sat.-
Mon., 5/29-5/30-5/31, 10a.m.-
5p.m. 5 miles north of U.S.-10
on M-66 to east 11 Mile, first
house on left. Craft, house-
hold items, furniture, appli-
ances, sewing notions, etc.
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Jehnsen Lake
MULTI-FAMILY SALE, MAY
28TH-29TH-30TH Jehnsen
Lake Subdivision 2, Rodney.
Many misc. clean items for
everyone!
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110 For Rent
FOR RENT
NEWER 2-BEDROOM Mobile Home:
Clean, Private Country Yard, includes
storage shed, 2 stall carport. $525/month,
plus deposit. 989-382-7203
HEAT INCLUDED, RODNEY. 2-BED-
ROOM, 2-bath, house. $550/month,
security, references. Section 8 accepted.
(231)972-4956
HOME FOR RENT in Circle Drive Mobile
Home Park. Available immediately.
Please contact Carolyn @ (231)796-
5099 during the afternoons.
REMODELED FARM HOUSE, beautiful
country setting, blocks from downtown Big
Rapids. 2-bedrooms, 1-study, 2-living
rooms, tile bath. Peaceful, private, dish-
washer, laundry, $700/month plus utilities.
(231)250-8852
Paris
GARAGE SALE- MAY 28th-
29th (9am-5pm) Rugs, lumber,
clothes, much more. Take 19-
Mile Rd. to Beech. Follow
signs. 7949 E. 14 Mile., Paris.
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SATURDAY, MAY 29TH. Huge
yard sale from (8am-4pm).
Please no early sales. Silent
auction, bake sale, live auc-
tion 2pm. Paris United
Methodist Church, Paris,
Michigan (right behind the
post office)
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Reed City
LOTS OF KIDS clothes for all
seasons, shoes, toys, adult
clothes, something for every-
one. 326 Tommyhawk Lane,
Reed City. May 28 (9am-4pm),
May 29 (9am-2pm)
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Remus
MULTI-FAMILY GARAGE
SALE- Household goods,
clothing, books (paperbacks
$1/bag), puzzles, furniture,
Halloween/Christmas village
pieces, plants/bulbs, jewelry,
LPs, large variety misc.
goods. May 29th-30th (8am-
4pm). 1-Mile west of Remus on
M-20.
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Sears
MOVING SALE: MAY 28th-
29th-30th, 8a.m.-5p.m. 3258
U.S.-10. 1/4 mile west of M-66.
Many tools, hunting equip-
ment, safe, collectibles,
household, clothes, misc.
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Stanwood
ANNUAL CHURCH RUMMAGE
Sale and Bake Sale- Friday,
May 28 (9am-3pm). Northland
United Methodist Church,
6842 Northland
Stanwood. (231)629-4590
Drive,
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110 For Rent
REED CITY: 1-Bedroom, quiet, clean.
On-site laundry, utilities included, no
pets. Call on-site manager. (231)465-
4049
RENT OR LAND contract. 2 & 3 bedroom
homes in Evart. Call for information
(231)349-0051.
BOOKWALTER
MOTOR SALES
Stanton. MI
866-831-5271
Largest Selection of
Vehicles in the Area
2010 Pontiac G6, Factory
Program, Loaded, 10,000 Actual
Miles, Just Arrived...2 to Choose
From, Just ask for Paul.
2010 Chevy Traverse, 1LT,
Factory Program, 12,000 Actual
Miles, Balance of Factory Warranty,
2 to Choose From. Contact Paul.
2010 Chevy Traverse, 2LT, Red
with Ebony Leather, GM Company
Unit, 7,500 Actual Miles. Ask for
Paul Riley
2009 Chevy Equinox AWD,
12,000 Actual Miles, Full Power
and Yours When You Contact
Paul.
2009 Buick Enclave CXL, AWD,
Full Power, GM Certified, See
Paul About This One!
Just Arrived, 2006 Honda
Odyssey, Local One Owner,
Leather, Loaded, 5,800 Actual
Miles, Absolutely Mint, Just ask
Paul!
2007 Chevy Malibu LT, 32,000
Actual Miles, GM Certified, Sharp
Car, 2 Available...Call Paul.
2006 Chevy Equinox, Factory
Program, Low Miles, Full Power,
Looks New. Talk to Paul.
2007 Buick Lucerne CXL, Full
Power, Diamond White, GM
Certified, Factory Program, One of
a Kind! Just Ask for Paul.
2003 Buick Park Ave, Locally
Owned, Full Power, Includes a
5 yr/75,000 Mile Power Train
Warranty, Sharp Car! Call Paul.
2005 Pontiac Grand Am, 1 Owner
Trade, V-6, Full Power, Absolutely
Mint. Contact Paul Riley.
2006 Ford 500 LTD, Local, 1
Owner, Full Power, Car Looks
New! Priced to Sell. Ask for Paul
Riley.
2007 Buick LaCrosse, Local
Trade, Full Power, 28,700 actual
miles, GM Certified, One of a
Kind. 2 to Choose From. See Paul
Today!
2009 Chevy Impala, full power,
loaded, GM Certified, low miles,
factory program, 7 to Choose
from, some with leather. Call Paul
Riley.
2008 Chevy Impala, factory
program, full power, low miles, GM
Certified. 3 to Choose From. Talk
to Paul.
2007 Chevy Impala, full power,
loaded, low miles, GM Certified. 5
to Choose from. Just Ask for Paul.
2008 Chevy Malibu, low miles,
full power, 2 to Choose from. Call
Paul.
2009 Chevy Traverse, 13,000
actual miles, full power, AWD.
Save Big $$$. Contact Paul Riley.
2003 Buick LeSabre, low miles.
2 to Choose From. Ask for Paul
Riley.
Just Arrived…2007 Pontiac G5,
2 Door, low miles, Sharp Car, One
of a Kind. See Paul Today!
2007 Pontiac G6, full power, low
miles and 3 to Choose From. Call
Paul Riley.
Call Paul Riley For Details!
BOOKWALTER
MOTOR SALES
S. M-66 • Stanton. MI
989-831-5271
Toll Free: 866-831-5271
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IN
M EVENTS BEGINNING MAY 22, 2010
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SUNDAY
AL-ANON, a support group for family members
of alcoholics, will meet at 7 p.m. at the Old Jail in
C
Big Rapids.
Alcoholics Anonymous will meet at 8 p.m.
at St. Michael’s School in Remus. For more
information, call (989) 967-8478; ask for Cindy
or Mike.
O
MONDAY
Caregivers support group, 2 to 4 p.m. second and
fourth Tuesdays of the month at Reed City Public
S
Library community room. Call (231) 832-2131 for
more information.
Card Wildlife Education Center, on the campus
of Ferris State University, invites visitors to tour
its wildlife museum. Admission is free. From Sept
T
2 to Dec 13, the museum will be open on from 8
a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday;
and from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday and
Saturday. For any questions or to schedule group
tours call (231) 591-5387.
Early Childhood Playgroup will run from 9:30
A
to 11 a.m. every Monday at the Mecosta-Osceola
Career Center Miller Wing, 15760 190th Ave.,
Big Rapids. Playgroup is canceled when Big
Rapids Public Schools are closed due to inclement
weather and on holidays. Any questions, call
Jennifer Clark at (231) 527-1890.
COUNTY
DivorceCare meets from 7 to 9 p.m. every Monday
at New Hope Church, 7296 Nine Mile Road,
Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 598-
0337 or (231) 972-2838.
Alcoholics Anonymous meets every Monday at
8 p.m. at St. Paul’s Campus Paris, 1 Damascus
Road, Big Rapids. For more information, call
Glenn at (231) 796-3703.
TOPS Chapter 1793 meets from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
every Monday at the First Baptist Church located
at 200 S. Stewart Ave. in Big Rapids. For more
information, call Leona at (231) 823-2275.
Overeaters Anonymous meets at 7 p.m. every
Monday in the music/art room at St. Michael’s
School located at 5045 9 Mile Road (M-20) in
Remus. For more information, contact Cindy at
(989) 967-8478.
Bingo is played at the Evart Moose Lodge No.
2452 located at 8400 US-10 in Evart. Doors open
at 4 p.m. with early bird bingo at 6 p.m. and
regular bingo at 6:30 p.m. For more information,
call (989) 382-7450.
The Big Rapids Lions Club will be meeting at
the Gate at 6:30 p.m. on the second and fourth
Mondays of each month.
TUESDAY
Caregivers support group, 2 to 4 p.m. second and
fourth Tuesdays of the month at Reed City Public
Library community room. Call (231) 832-2131 for
more information.
Card Wildlife Education Center, on the campus
of Ferris State University, invites visitors to tour
its wildlife museum. Admission is free. From Sept
2 to Dec 13, the museum will be open on from 8
a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday;
and from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday and
Saturday. For any questions or to schedule group
tours call (231) 591-5387.
TOPS Chapter 1189 meets at 9:30 a.m. every
Tuesday at the First Baptist Church, 200 S.
Stewart St., Big Rapids. For more information,
call Eileen at (231) 796-5665.
TOPS Chapter 451 meets every Tuesday at 5:15
p.m. at the United Church, 120 S. State Street. For
information, call Berta Lou at (231) 796-2467.
Powerleads meets at 7:30 a.m. every Tuesday
in Sharon’s Restaurant in Rogers Heights. The
Powerleads group is an organization of service
professionals in Mecosta County who are looking
to improve their businesses by networking with
others in the business community. If you are
looking to improve and increase your business,
please call Marshall Henry at (231) 598-0838 for
membership information.
Family Planning Clinic sponsored by Central
Michigan District Health Department takes place
Tuesdays and Wednesdays at the Osceola County
Branch Office (located at 4329 220th Avenue
in Reed City). Call (231) 832-5532 ext. 11 to
schedule an appointment.
TB Skin Testing and Adult Immunizations are
available from 9 to 11 a.m. every Tuesday by
appointment at the District Health Department
No. 10 of Mecosta County. There is an $18 charge
for TB skin testing.
AL-ANON, a support group for family members
of alcoholics, will meet at 8 p.m. at St. Philip Neri
Catholic Church located at 831 S. Chestnut in
Reed City.
AL-ANON, a support group for family members
of alcoholics, meets at 8 p.m. in the library
at St. Michael’s School in Remus. For more
information, call Tina at (989) 561-5411.
Alcoholics Anonymous, the Flatlanders Group,
meets at 8 p.m. every Tuesday at Coldwater
Township Hall in Barryton. For more information,
contact Harold at (989) 644-5657 or Mike at
(989) 382-9103.
Alcoholics Anonymous meets at 8 p.m. every
Tuesday at St. Michael’s School in Remus. For
more information, call (989) 967-8478; ask for
Cindy or Mike.
Narcotics Anonymous meets at 7 p.m. every
Tuesday at St. Paul’s Campus Parish located
at 1 Damascus Road in Big Rapids. For more
information, call 1-800-230-4085.
WEDNESDAY
Mecosta County Republicans will meet at 7
p.m. in the classroom at the Big Rapids Public
Safety Building, 435 N. Michigan Ave. The new
headquarters and elections will be discussed.
E-mail chair@mecostacountygop.com, or call
(231) 660-0180.
Visually Impaired & Blind Support Group meets
the fourth Wednesday of each month at the
Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80th Ave.,
Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-
2884.
Hospice of Michigan offers a living on support
group from 5:30 to 7 p.m. on the fourth
Wednesday of each month. Hospice is located
at 400 Perry Ave. in Big Rapids. For more
information, contact Diane Snyder at (231) 796-
7371.
Card Wildlife Education Center, on the campus
of Ferris State University, invites visitors to tour
its wildlife museum. Admission is free. From Sept
2 to Dec 13, the museum will be open on from 8
a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday;
and from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday and
Saturday. For any questions or to schedule group
tours call (231) 591-5387.
Alcoholics Anonymous meets every Wednesday
at 8 p.m. at St. Paul’s Campus Paris, 1 Damascus
Road, Big Rapids. For more information, call
Glenn at (231) 796-3703.
Mecosta County Genealogical Society library is
open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Wednesday
at 424 N. Fourth Ave., Big Rapids, for anyone
interested in researching their family history.
Preschool story hour at 10:30 a.m. at Big Rapids
Community Library.
Story Time will take place at 11:15 a.m. at the Reed
City Public Library’s Community Room. Join Mrs.
D every Wednesday morning for stories, games,
songs, crafts and all kinds of activities.
Family Planning Clinic sponsored by Central
Michigan District Health Department takes place
Tuesdays and Wednesdays at the Osceola County
Branch Office (located at 4329 220th Avenue
in Reed City). Call (231) 832-5532 ext. 11 to
schedule an appointment.
THURSDAY
A tour of Woodland Hospice and information
meeting on advance directives and medical power
of attorney will be at 7 p.m. Woodland Hospice
has been providing the very best in physical,
emotional, and spiritual care and support to the
terminally ill since 1984. Check the website at
www.woodlandhospice.com for future dates and
times. Call Sheral at (989) 773-6137 for details.
Card Wildlife Education Center, on the campus
of Ferris State University, invites visitors to tour
its wildlife museum. Admission is free. From Sept
2 to Dec 13, the museum will be open on from 8
a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday;
and from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday and
Saturday. For any questions or to schedule group
tours call (231) 591-5387.
Alcoholics Anonymous meets every Thursday
at noon at St. Paul’s Campus Paris, 1 Damascus
Road, Big Rapids. For more information, call
Darwin at (231) 796-8956.
Al-Anon meeting will take place at 7 p.m. every
Thursday at Sacred Heart Church on U.S. 10 in
Evart.
Overeaters Anonymous meets at 6:15 p.m. in the
third-floor conference room at Mecosta County
Medical Center. Those attending are asked to
enter through the west entrance at the corner of
Locust and Winter. Meetings take place in the
third conference room on the right. For more
information, contact Peggy at (231) 972-0239.
Chief Osceola Wood Carvers meet every Thursday
from 7 to 9 p.m. in the Evart Depot’s community
room. Anyone interested in learning how to carve
wood is welcome. There is no charge. For more
information, call (231) 734-5125 or 734-9131.
Evart TOPS 1390 meets every Thursday at
Calvary Baptist Church located at the corner of
Third and Oak in Evart. Weigh-in is at 6:30 p.m.
and the meeting begins at 7:30 p.m. For more
information, call Ruth at (231) 734-2844 or Terri
at 734-5348.
Alcoholics Anonymous meets at 8 p.m. at
St. Michael’s School in Remus. For more
information, call (989) 967-8478; ask for Cindy
or Mike.
FRIDAY
22nd annual Traditional Arts Weekend is
held every year in Remus over the Memorial
Day weekend. Over 80 workshops, dances,
performances and hands-on activities for the
entire family taught by over 60 instructors.
Primitive camping and food by two vendors
available on site. Participants can register for
the entire weekend, a single day, or workshop.
No registration necessary for evening concerts/
dances. On site registration begins Friday from
3 to 11 p.m., and continues Saturday and Sunday
from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Bake sale and yard sale to benefit the Mecosta
County Senior Center will be from 9 a.m. to 3
p.m. on May 28-29 at KD’s Family Hair Care
and Tanning, 11059 90th Ave. in Mecosta. Kids’
talent show, TUFF kids camp with AFAA certified
trainer, fire department and police department
kids safety programs and more available. For
more information, call (231) 972-2955.
Bingo on every fourth Friday at the Mecosta
County Senior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta.
For more information, call (231) 972-2884.
Card Wildlife Education Center, on the campus
of Ferris State University, invites visitors to tour
its wildlife museum. Admission is free. From Sept
2 to Dec 13, the museum will be open on from 8
a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday;
and from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday and
Saturday. For any questions or to schedule group
tours call (231) 591-5387.
Alcoholics Anonymous meets every Friday at
8 p.m. at St. Paul’s Campus Paris, 1 Damascus
Road, Big Rapids. For more information, call
Woodie at (231) 796-8371.
Fish Fry will take place every Friday through
the summer from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Big Rapids
Elks Lodge located in downtown Big Rapids. The
cost is $7.50 for adults, $7 for seniors and $3.50
for children under 12. The public is welcome to
attend.
Fish Fry from 5 to 8 p.m. every Friday for $6
at the Evart Moose Lodge No. 2452 located at
8400 US-10 in Evart. Funds raised support
Evart area community service projects. For more
information, call (231) 734-6181.
Bingo at 6 p.m. at the VFW 2335 in Mecosta. For
more information, call (989) 385-7321.
SATURDAY
The Original Gospel Jamboree is set for May 29
with a potluck dinner at 6:30 p.m. and music
starting at 7 p.m. at Amazing Grace Acres
Church, located at M-37 and Woodland Park
Drive in Brohman. The jamboree will feature The
Staffmen’s Quartet, Faith Gospel Team and Lucky
Fulton as MC. Everyone is welcome.
Card Wildlife Education Center, on the campus
of Ferris State University, invites visitors to tour
its wildlife museum. Admission is free. From Sept
2 to Dec 13, the museum will be open on from 8
a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday;
and from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday and
Saturday. For any questions or to schedule group
tours call (231) 591-5387.
Alcoholics Anonymous meets every Saturday at
8 p.m. at St. Paul’s Campus Paris, 1 Damascus
Road, Big Rapids. For more information, call
Woodie at (231) 796-8371.
Narcotics Anonymous meets every Saturday
at 10 a.m. at St. Paul’s Campus Parish located
at 1 Damascus Road in Big Rapids. For more
information, call 1-800-230-4085.
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EVENTS BEGINNING MAY 22, 2010
EDITOR’S NOTE: Please check with your
club or organization to be certain of meetings,
outings and classes, as they may be canceled
due to bad weather or other reasons. If any
listing is incorrect, please call (231)832-5566 or
(231)745-4635 with correct information.
DOMESTIC ABUSE NUMBER for anyone
being abused is 1-800-950-5808. There is no
excuse for abuse.
ANGEL ANIMAL RESCUE, Low Cost Services.
Call (231)679-0489 For More Information.
HEARTLAND HOSPICE VOLUNTEER
TRAINING. Heartland Hospice of Cadillac is
looking for caring and dedicated people with
an interest in serving terminally ill patients
and their families in the Reed City Area
and the outlaying communities. Volunteers
provide services such as friendly visiting,
patient transport/patient outings, errand
running, child care, and clerical services.
Volunteer classes are available to fit each
person’s schedule. Please call Paul King at
Heartland Hospice at 231-775-6840 for further
information.
SATURDAY
REED CITY VFW POST 2964 CHICKEN
BBQ (Third Saturday of every month), 5-7
p.m. (231)832-5102.
REED CITY SENIOR CENTER Potluck and
Cards, 12 p.m. (third Saturday of each month).
REED CITY VFW POST 2964 Chicken BBQ
(third Saturday of every month), 5-7p.m., 129
E. Osceola Ave. For more information, call
(231)832-5102.
~May 29
ORIGINAL GOSPEL JAMBOREE will be
Saturday, May 29. Potluck at 6:30 p.m. and
Music at 7 p.m. Amazing Grace Acres Church,
M-37 and Woodland Park Dr., Brohman.
Featuring The Staffmen’s Quartet, Faith
Gospel Team and Lucky Fulton, M.C. Everyone
welcome.
SUNDAY
REED CITY VFW Ladies Auxiliary “All
American Breakfast” (first Sunday of every
month), 8a.m-12 noon. 129 East Osceola
Avenue.
LAST SUNDAY EVERY MONTH, Breakfast
Buffet, 7:30-11 a.m. Evart Moose Lodge, #2452,
8400 U.S.-10.
EVART VFW POST 7979 BREAKFAST 2nd
Sunday of every month.
REED CITY MASONIC LODGE will stop
serving their Pancake Breakfast on the third
Sunday of each month until further notice.
~May 30
ELEVENTH EVART HIGH ALL SCHOOL
REUNION will be held Sunday, May 30 from
12:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Evart Middle
School (Formerly Evart High School), 321
North Hemlock Street, Evart. This meeting
of all classes is open to anyone that has ever
attended or worked at Evart Public Schools.
MONDAY
REED CITY AMVETS POST 2965 MEETING,
7p.m. 129 E. Osceola Avenue. For more
information, call Cliff Galloup (231)832-2787.
Meetings are second Monday of every month).
T.O.P.S. 1682 MEETING, every Monday at
Reed City St. Paul Lutheran Church, weigh in
5:30p.m., meeting 6p.m.
EUCHRE, 1p.m. at Reed City Senior Center,
219 E. Todd Street.
REED CITY SENIOR CENTER MEETING,
10:30a.m. (third Monday of each month).
BUTTERFLY BUNCH BREAST CANCER
SUPPORT GROUP MEETING second Monday
of each month, 7p.m. For more information,
MONDAY, MAY 24, 2010 • TRI COUNTY NEWS SHOPPER 9
call Carol Ladd (231)734-5305.
EVART MOOSE LODGE NO. 2452 host bingo
each Monday at 8400 U.S. 10. Doors open
at 4p.m. Early bird takes place at 6p.m. with
regular regular bingo at 6:30p.m. (License No.
A21600)
WEIGHT WATCHERS MEETS every Monday
evening at Trinity Lutheran Church on highway
US-10 in Reed City. Weigh in at 5:30 p.m.,
meeting starts at 6:00p.m.
THE AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY’
PROGRAM LOOK GOOD...FEEL BETTER.
Cancer Support Group for Women. Sponsored
by Paradise Salon and Spectrum Health Reed
City Hospital Cancer Services. 2nd Monday
of every other month at 4:00 p.m. January-
March-May-July-September-November.
Hosted by Crossroads Radiation Therapy
Center, 4499 220th Street, Reed City, Michigan
49677. Interested? Inquire by calling: Oncology
Infusion Services Staff 832-7105, Crossroads
Radiation Center 832-5817 or Paradise Salon
832-3411.
NATURAL HEALTH SUPPORT GROUP
MEETING, at the Sears Church of God,
corner of Highway 10 and 40th Ave., west
entrance. This group meets the last monday
of each month at 6 p.m. to discuss natural
health options and specific subjects, CO-OP
information is also available.
TUESDAY
LA LECHE LEAGUE BREASTFEEDING
SUPPORT GROUP MEETING, 10a.m. Monthly
topics. Open to all pregnant and nursing
mothers. Children welcome. Downtown
Reed City. Contact Sue, LLL group leader for
directions or questions, (231)832-1858 or email
LLL Sue@charter.net. (Meetings are Third
Tuesday of every month.)
IDLEWILD LOT OWNERS Senior Size, 11a.m.
and Line Dancing, 7p.m. at the club house.
SHEPHERD’S TABLE, 5-6 p.m. (every
Tuesday) at the church, 216 S. Main Street,
Hersey. For more information, call the church
(231)832-9072. Church is barrier free.
FREE CLOTHING - FOOD available to
those in need (second and fourth Tuesday of
the month), 5p.m. at Idlewild Seventh Day
Adventist Church’s Community Service.
REED CITY MINISTERIAL ASSOCIATION
FOOD PANTRY, (every Tuesday & Thursday)
1-4p.m. at St. Philip Neri Church. Call
(231)832-2624 for more information.
CAREGIVERS’ SUPPORT GROUP MEETING,
(second Tuesday of each month), 1p.m. at St.
Ann’s Church Basement in Baldwin. For further
information, call Shawn (231)745-8421.
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS MEETING,
7a.m. at the Evart United Methodist Church.
BINGO12:30 at Reed City Senior Center, 219
East Todd Street.
CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP meets the
second and fourth Tuesdays of the month,
2-4p.m. The group meets at the Community
Mental Health for Central Michigan in Osceola
County located at 4473 220th Ave. in Reed
City. For mor information call (231)832-
2247. The group is for individuals who
provide caregiving services for individuals
with Dementia, Alzheimers or other chronic/
terminal medical conditions. There is no
charge to participate and there are no residency
restrictions.
GFWC EVART WOMEN’S CLUB meets 7p.m.
the second Tuesday of the month at St. Paul
Lutheran Church. Open to the public. The May
meeting honors Girl Scouts with a Girl Scouts
tea.
WEIGHT WATCHERS MEETS every Tuesday
morning at the Assembly of God Church in Big
Rapids. Weigh in at 9:00 a.m. meeting starts at
9:30 a.m.
GOD’S TRUE VINE OUTREACH CENTER
6437 S. Nelson Rd. “Old Yates School”. Doors
open Tuesday and Thursday, 5:30p.m. to 8:30
p.m. Information call Sandi, (231)745-4501.
“FIRESIDE CHATS” at Crossroads Radiation.
A cancer support group for patients, families
and caregivers. 1st Tuesday of each month, 4
p.m. to 5 p.m. Crossroads Radiation Center,
4499 220th Street, Reed City, Michigan 49677.
Call for information (231)832-5817 or just stop
in.
ALANON MEETING, SUPPORT GROUP for
families and friends of Alcoholics will meet
every Tuesday at St. Phillips Church, Reed City
at 8 p.m.
SENIOR MEALS ARE being provided in
Tustin on Tuesday’s and Thursday’s at noon.
Location is at Boomers Ronevous (formerly the
Sportsman Club) on 213 Nielson St. There is
entertainment after lunch. For information call
231-734-6005.
~June 1
THE OSCEOLA COUNTY CHAPTER OF
MARSP will meet on Tuesday, June 1 at
one o’clock at the Hersey United Methodist
Church, 200 West Second Street. There will
be snacks provided, and the program will be
on gardening. Please bring any old eyeglasses
to the meeting for our Statewide Community
Project. For any further information, please
contact Gloria Thompson at 832-5814.
WEDNESDAY
ELIJAH’S PLACE MEAL, (last Wednesday
of each month), 5-6:30p.m. at Zion-Emanuel
Lutheran Church, 202 Albert Street, LeRoy.
Open to the public, free of charge.
IDLEWILD LOT OWNERS Game Day, 11a.m.
at the club house.
PATHFINDER PUBLIC LIBRARY Summer
Story Hour, 1-2p.m. for children ages 4-8. A
parent must remain in the library during story
hour.
SOUTH EVART QUILT CLUB, (first and third
Wednesday of the month), 10:30a.m.-2p.m.
with potluck lunch at noon. Contact Margie
(231)734-3857 or Ann (231)867-3237.
EVART FAITH BIBLE CHURCH PIONEER
CLUB, 6p.m. every Wednesday for first through
sixth grades.
REED CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY STORY TIME
is every Wednesday from 11:15a.m. until noon.
There will be games, crafts, songs and stories.
BITELY BETTER CONSERVATION CLUB
MEETINGS are held the first Wednesday
of each month (excluding January through
March), and the public is always welcome.
The doors open at 5:30 for a pot luck dinner
followed by the meeting which starts at
7:00p.m.
OSCEOLA COUNTY HABITAT FOR
HUMANITIES meeting is the first Wednesday
of every month. Call the hotline for location
of the meeting and for information. (231)832-
8453
EVART AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
meets at 6p.m. the second Wednesday of each
month. For information call 734-9799.
BINGO, EVERY WEDNESDAY, VFW Hall Post
#7979, Evart, license A04340. Early Bird at 6
p.m. Located at 4681 85th Ave., Evart.
THE BIG RAPIDS MASONIC LODGE meets
the first Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m.
at the Big Rapids Masonic Temple on east 19
Mile Road in Big Rapids.
THURSDAY
REED CITY MINISTERIAL ASSOCIATION
FOOD PANTRY, (every Tuesday & Thursday)
1-4p.m. at St. Philip Neri Church. Call
(231)832-2624 for mor information.
FATHERS PROGRAM, (third Thursday of
each month), at Baldwin Family Health Care
Conference Room. For more information
contact Dave, call (231)745-2000 ext. 16.
T.O.P.S. 1541 MEETING, weigh-in 8:15-
9:15a.m., meeting at 9:30a.m. at Evart United
Methodist Church.
T.O.P.S. 1390 MEETING, weigh-in 6:10
p.m., meeting at 6:35 p.m. at Calvary Baptist
Church, Evart, corner of Third and Oak. For
mor information, call Ruth at (231)734-2844 or
Terri at (231)734-5348.
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS MEETING,
1p.m. at Evart United Methodist Church.
SHEPHERD’S TABLE, 5:30-6:30p.m. at Reed
City Church of the Nazarene, 5300 220th Ave.,
Reed City.
EUCHRE, 1p.m. at Reed City Senior Center,
219 East Todd Street.
REED CITY VFW/AmVet Post 2964/2965
THURSDAY NIGHT BURGER NIGHT, every
4th thursday of the month.
ALANON MEETING every Thursday night,
7:00p.m. at Evart Sacred Heart Church.
CHIEF OSCEOLA WOOD CARVER’S meet
every Thursday from 7 to 9p.m. in the Evart
Depot’s community room. There is no charge.
For more information, call (231)734-5125 or
(231)734-9131
WEIGHT WATCHERS MEETS every Thursday
evening at the Assembly of God Church in Big
Rapids. Weighin at 6:00 p.m., meeting starts at
6:30 p.m.
REED CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY BOOK CLUB
meets every third Thursday of the month.
GOD’S TRUE VINE OUTREACH CENTER
6437 S. Nelson Rd. “Old Yates School”. Doors
open Tuesday and Thursday, 5:30p.m. to 8:30
p.m. Information call Sandi, (231)745-4501.
EVART CAR CLUB meets the second Thursday
of every month at the Evart Moose at 7p.m.
SENIOR MEALS ARE being provided in
Tustin on Tuesday’s and Thursday’s at noon.
Location is at Boomers Ronevous (formerly the
Sportsman Club) on 213 Nielson St. There is
entertainment after lunch. For information call
231-734-6005.
FRIDAY
REED CITY VFW POST 2964 Fish Fry (first
Friday of every month), 5-7p.m., 129 E. Osceola
Ave. For more information, call (231)832-5102.
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS MEETING,
8p.m. at the Evart United Methodist Church.
PEDRO, 1p.m. at the Reed City Senior Center,
219 East Todd Street.
EVERY FRIDAY Fish or Shrimp dinner from
5 to 8p.m. Moose Lodge No. 2452 located at
8400 US-10 in Evart. For more information
call (231)734-6181
BINGO EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT at LeRoy VFW
Post #10770 on Mackinaw Trail next to Citizens
Bank. Earlybird starts at 6p.m. Concession
stand is open.
PLEASE NOTE NEW DAY FOR EVENTS TO
BE TURNED IN FOR PUBLICATION.
Send all upcoming events no later than
Wednesday Noon to:
The Tri-County
Yvonne Morneau
211 W. Upton, Suit B
Reed City, MI 49677
Phone: (231)832-5566
Fax: (231)832-5558
10 TRI COUNTY NEWS SHOPPER • MONDAY, MAY 24, 2010
110 For Rent
NOW SEEKING QUALIFIED senior and
family applicants to fill 1, 2 and 3 bedroom
units located at Parkview and Evergreen
Village. Income based rent with utilities
included, cable available at reduced
rates. Close to downtown, active resident
council, group activities, neighborhood
watch program and security cameras. Also
available, housing for disabled individu-
als at Water Tower Place Apartments.
Apply at 9 Parkview Village, Big Rapids
(231)796-8689. The applications are also
accessible at
bigrapidshousing.org
130 Wanted to Rent
160 Real Estate
3-BEDROOM, 1-1/2 BATH home south
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on SaddleBag Lake. (231)250-4074
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 MONDAY, MAY 24, 2010 • TRI COUNTY NEWS SHOPPER 11
160 Real Estate 160 Real Estate
For Sale By Owner
Pre-Planning
FOR SALE, LEASE People who have done it say
or Long-term Rent. 3-BEDROOM, 2-BATH. 231 Franklin
“That wasn’t so difficult.”
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 MONDAY, MAY 24, 2010 • TRI COUNTY NEWS SHOPPER 13

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14 TRI COUNTY NEWS SHOPPER • MONDAY, MAY 24, 2010

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T10170. Crew Cab, 4x4, 6.0L. Was $43,774
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T10180. SLE 4x4 1/2 Ton. Was $37750
Fox Price for Everyone GMS Price w/Loyalty Or Lease For Only
T10159. Reg. Cab. Was $34,995
Fox Price w/Rebates GM Employee w/Rebates Buy For Only 290 Farm
$
36,274* $
34,176* $
489 Mo* $
30,522* $
28,022* $
345 Mo* $
27,663* $
26,338* $
393 Mo* Equipment
LILLISTON 4-ROW CULTIVATOR, Dan-
* All prices include eligible rebates available at time of delivery, plus tax, title and doc fee extra. Payments based on stand alone APR 0%/72 mo. w/10% down ,plus qualified rebates. Must take delivery by 06/30/10. Vehicles may not be exactly as pictured. ish tines and rolling shields (616)868-7386

FOX PONTIAC BUICK GMC Only the Best. 300 Wanted to Buy
CASH TODAY retiree paying fair price
5977 Alpine Ave., at 7 Mile Rd. Comstock Park, MI 49321
(Located on Alpine Ave at 7 Mile) $100 to $5,000 for all running cars, trucks,
motor cycles, ATV, campers, Pontoon
(616) 784-8400 Toll Free 888-379-7519
boats. Free pick-up. (231)689-1894,
www.foxgm.com (616)291-0266
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20
STOCK # 29376

• Power Windows
• Audio Jack Input for IN STOCK
Mobile Devices
• 12 Volt DC Front & Rear
Power Outlets
• Cruise Control
• Remote Keyless With Engine Immobilizer
• 3 Zone Temperature Control • 2nd & 3rd Row Stow n’ Go
• 3rd Row Tailgate Seat • Media Center
• 1 Year Sirius Radio Service • 6 Speakers
• Power Front One-Touch, Second Row Windows
• Second Row Power Windows • 3rd Row Power Vented Windows
• Sunscreen Glass • Power Seats

299
• Driver/Passenger Power Sliding Door & Lift Gate

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getacar123.com *All prices are plus tax, title, fees.
All rebates and incentives to dealer,
with approved credit.
16 TRI COUNTY NEWS SHOPPER • MONDAY, MAY 24, 2010

ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A QUALITY

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YOUR CHILD?
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POOLS www.fox-pools.com

The Mecosta-Osceola ISD is a great place to look!

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Beginning Fall 2010 the MOISD is offering a full-day,
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based, licensed, school readiness program utilizing • Above Ground Pools
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• Spring Openings / Winter Closings
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Classes begin September 7, 2010, and will follow the • Salt Water Pools
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and/or correct any errors. Promotional rates in lieu of rebates and require qualified credit. Should rules or rebates change, neither customer nor dealer will be obligated to consummate deal. Due to other special offers which may be available, YOUR PRICE MAY ACTUALLY BE LESS THAN ADVERTISED; please ask us for details.
Down payment assistance requires GMAC financing and qualified credit. Payments are based on a 72 month term at 5.99% A.P.R. and requires qualified credit. *Lease Details: security deposit $0, upfront $2,200, overmile charge .20 cents per mile, 12,000 miles per year allowed. Thank you for shopping Sparta Chevy.

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991 Mega Mkt.
Mattress Sets
The Tri County Shopper
A TEMPERPADIC/STYLE MEMORY
FOAM MATTRESS SET Queen, new-
now has it’s
never used, as seen on TV, with warranty.
Cost $1,800, Sell $695. Can Deliver
989-832-2401
VERY OWN WEBSITE!
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A AMISH LOG HEADBOARD AND
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Queen Pillow Top Mattress Set. Brand
new-never used, sell all for $275. 989-
923-1278.
Education
to view the Tri County in it's Entirety.
AIRLINES ARE HIRING— Train for high
paying Aviation Maintenance Career.
FAA approved program. Financial aid if
qualified—Job placement assistance.
Call Aviation Institute of Maintenance
ESTATE
877-891-2281.
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA FROM
HOME. 6-8 weeks. Nationally Accredit-
ed. Better opportunity for job placement.
AUCTION
Payment Plan. FREE Brochure. 1-800-
264-8330 www.diplomafromhome.com
Benjamin Franklin High School
Employment
Located: From 10 and Lake Station Ave (Gibbson Rd) South 1-1/2 mile to Maple Grove Dr. West 1 mile to Hillcrest Drive.
**BODYGUARDS WANTED** FREE
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ASSEMBLE MAGNETS & CRAFTS
LAKE, MI
from Home! Year-Round Work! Excellent Estate of Gaylor and Marie Schavey
Pay! No Experience! Top US Company! CAR AND RIDING MOWERS: 1996 Buick Fisher Price Gerber Baby Doll
Glue Gun, Painting, Jewelry, More! Toll Roadmaster Classic, 54,600 Miles, Loaded with Air • Baby Zuri Doll • Buck Rodgers Doll • Ideal Doll
Free 1-866-844-5091 Ride, Very Clean, in Great Condition. Collection • Blue Bonnet Doll • Lissi Doll • Children’s
CAREER POSITIONS/GOVERNMENT 2004 Cub Cadet, Hydro Stat LT2180 - 2000 Series Books, Nursery Rhymes Books
JOBS Earn $12-$48/hour Full Medical Riding Mower, 42” Cut, Good Cond. GLASSWARE: 12 Place Rose China Set • 8 Place
Benefits/Paid Training—Administra- Cub Cadet Hydro 147 Riding Mower 30” Cut w/Snow Corelle China Set • Pink Depression Glass • Green
tive/Clerical, Accounting/Finance, Health- Blower & Tiller Attachment Depression Salt and Peppers • Green Fire King Bowls
care, Law Enforcement, More! FT/PT 1- ANTIQUE AND COLLECTABLE and Plates • Old Bowls • Porcelain Pitcher and Bowl
800-320-9353 Ext. 2517
FURNITURE: Solid Oak Armoire • Oak High Board SHOP ITEMS: Craftsman Drill Press w/Stand •
Bed • Oak Bureau • Square Oak China Cabinet w/Glass Craftsman 6 gal. Elect Air Compressor • Lincoln 225 amp
Doors • Oak Commode • Treadle Sewing Machine w/Oak
Financial Cabinet • Mission Oak Rocker • Oak Lamp Tables • 3 pc.
Stick Welder • Acetylene Torch Set • Craftsman Sander •
Table Saw • 4” Sears Planer • Craftsman Bench Grinder •
****BEST HOME LOANS****REFI- Water Fall Front Bedroom Set • Round Oak Table w/6 Oak Scroll Saw • Craftsman Bench Vise • Craftsman Tool Box
NANCE for any reason: Mortgage and Press Back Chairs • Spindle Back Chairs and Tools • Battery Charger • Pancake Air Compressor •
Land Contract payoffs, debt-consolidation, OTHER FURNITURE AND HOUSEHOLD: 2 Craftsman Tool Box Loaded with Tools • Step Ladders •
- Tan Laz-A-Boy Swivel Rockers • Lane Brown Recliner
home improvements, property taxes,
• Green Swivel Rocker • 3 pc. Bedroom Set • Chest of Elect. and Cordless Hand Tools • Metal Work Bench w/
foreclosures. PURCHASES too! Includes Vise • Wooden Work Bench • MANY MORE ITEMS TOO
Drawers • Newer Linden Chime Clock • Silverware Set
Houses/Mobiles/Modular’s. Cash avail-
w/Chest • Assorted Granite Ware • Misc Cookware NUMEROUS TO MENTION! SHOP GOODIE WAGON!
able for good/bad/ugly credit 1-800-246-
• Microwave • 3- Swivel Office Chairs • Misc. Sewing MISC. ITEMS AND COLLECTABLES: 2400
8100 www.umsmortgage.com psi Pressure Washer, Like New • 12’ Alum. Boat • 6 hp
Material • Bedding • Kenmore Vac • Bathroom Towels •
Evinrude Boat Motor • Large Fishing Tackle Box Full of
DR. DANIELS AND SON CASH REAL Regina Vac
Lures • Fire Chief Peddle Car • New Patio Table w/4 Chairs
ESTATE LOANS, We Buy Land Con- LARGE DOLL COLLECTION SEVERAL 100
DOLLS: 10 Effanbee Legand Series Dolls including, • New Patio Swing • Old Cross Cut Saws • Single Axle
tracts. $10,000-$500,000-Private Money,
1981 Military John Wayne • 1981 John Wayne Western Trailer • Sport King 6676 Wooden • Other Wood Fishing
Fast, Any Credit Considered, Deal with
• 1980 W.C. Fields • 1982 Mae West • 1983 Groricko Rods • Garden Trailer • Bolens Push Mower • Picnic
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or 248-335-6166 DrDanielsAndSon.com Mary • 1984 Judy Garland • 1985 Lucille Ball • 1986 Table • Battery Scooter • Wheel Barrow • Lg. Assort. Step
Liberace • 1987 James Cagney • 1988 Humphrey Bogart Ladders • Ext. Ladders • Leaf Blower • Lawn Seeders •
Large Assort. Hand Garden Tools • Weed Eaters • Small
Miscellaneous • Daddy’s Long Leg Series Jacke Doll • 1940’s Shirley
Temple Character Doll • Mattels Chatty Cathy Talking Spike Tooth Drag • Misc. Goodie Wagons!
ATTEND COLLEGE ONLINE from Doll • Ashton, Snow White, Goldilocks, Mary Mary Doll • MANY MORE ITEMS TOO NUMEROUS TO MENTION.
Home. *Medical, *Business, *Paralegal, ADMINISTRATOR: DENNIS SCHAVEY
*Accounting, *Criminal Justice. Job place- Auctioneer’s Note: Car and riding mowers sell at approx. 12:30 p.m. A nice clean auction with something for everyone. Hope to
ment assistance. Computer available. see ya there! Leroy Yoder
Financial Aid if qualified. Call 877-895- For more Info & Photos see auctionzip.com - I.D. 2701.
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PH: 989-386-9082
OPEN HOUSE • SAT., MAY 22 • 2-4 PM OPEN HOUSE • SUN., MAY 23 • 2-4 PM
3611 ARBOR TRAIL DR., GRANT 21801 W. CUTLER RD., HOWARD CITY
M-37 north to Grant. Take 120th (State Road) West to Wisner, South to Directions: 131 N to M-46,W to Amy
124th (124th becomes Bagley). West on Arbor, first home on right.
School Rd, N to Tamarack,W to Long, N
Nestled in the woods, just 30 min from Grand Rapids, this 5 bedroom
custom home is set in the midst of beautiful farmlands, woods, lakes to Cutler, W to first house on Left.
and streams, but within walking distance of Brigadoon golf course. This custom built home nestled on over 10 acres of beau-
You will appreciate the picture perfect setting, the custom fretwork tiful woods is located just minutes from the expressway
and abundance of Northstar custom windows which create beautiful and 35 minutes from GR. The large living area features
views for every room in the house. On entering this immaculate home you will be aware of the owner’s involvement in design and attention to oak laminate floors, beamed ceiling, free standing wood
detail. This home shines with tile floors in the kitchen, dining area, all bathrooms and cherry cabinets throughout. The formal dining room (used burner surrounded by stone & brick, custom china w/ bookshelves, dining area and slider to patio. The oak kitchen
now as a sitting room) has cherry flooring with French doors leading into the executive office/den. In the family room a high efficiency free has tile floors, stain glass, pantry, and an eating area with windows over looking the backyard. You can enter the rustic
standing fireplace keeps heating costs down and provides a wonderful cozy setting for those Michigan winters. You will not believe the master enclosed porch from the master bedroom or the kitchen. From the entry level foyer you can access the garage, office,
bedroom with pillars, tile and marble jetted tub and open marble shower. The master bedroom has a walk-in closet with the additional four bed- and laundry room, go up to 2 more bedrooms and bath or down to the living area, kitchen, and enclosed porch. One of
rooms have double door closets. The lower level with walkout has one finished bedroom and has been framed and dry walled for an additional the upstairs bedrooms has sliders onto the upper deck. This home has many unique features and closets everywhere.
bedroom, family room, kitchen and bath. The home also has been wired for security system, has surround sound, a water filtering system, and You will have plenty of storage with a 3 stall garage, a 16 x 16 building, a 33x20 storage area with an addition 1 stall
underground sprinkling system. One year home warranty provided. This is elegant living in a beautiful wooded setting. garage, tool shed, and a large wood storage lean to. This is a unique home 80% new windows and 2 new sliders.
DAN PARKS Coldwell Banker AJS (28th St)
danparks@grar.com 3744 28th St. SE
616-340-1385 (616) 949-9400
http://www.cbgreatlakes.com/
DAN PARKS
18 TRI COUNTY NEWS SHOPPER • MONDAY, MAY 24, 2010

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01 Dodge Caravan 00 Ford Ranger

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L
I Croton-Hardy Area
V Proposed Hardy Pond Trail Under Study
HIKING AND BIKING enthusiasts are bikers to enjoy the trail for single or sion (FERC), which must approve the

E
looking forward to the success of efforts multi-day adventures. With its natural proposed trail as an additional public
now underway to develop a new 30- setting and chances for excellent views recreation use under the Hardy Project
mile long trail that would encircle the of Hardy Pond, local organizers believe FERC license. Preparation of the request
lower two-thirds of the 4,000 acre Hardy the trail will attract a wide variety of us- to the FERC requires consultation with
Dam Pond. The trail planning effort is ers. the Resource Agencies and other
supported by Consumers Energy and is public recreation interests on Hardy
Big Prairie Township supervisor Dave
being led by Big Prairie Township, with Pond. This will required several months
Wright is spearheading the trail proj-
assistance from the Croton-Hardy Busi- to complete the proposal and finalize it,
ect. During the summer of 2009 Wright
ness Alliance, Michigan State Univer- following the comment period, for sub-
worked with Newaygo County MSU Ex-

•
sity (MSU) Extension and other outdoor mittal to the FERC. The amount of time
tension Land Use Specialist Ryan Coffey
recreation interests. The trail would be required for FERC review and approval
to develop a preliminary trail pathway
located almost entirely on Consumers cannot be determined in advance.
and document its location using GPS
Energy lands surrounding Hardy Pond.
equipment. This information recently If the trail proposal moves forward and
The ambitious trail development effort was submitted to Consumers Energy is approved as hoped, Wright hopes to
would provide an outstanding new along with a formal request by Big Prai- make portions of the trail available for
recreation opportunity for area resi- rie Township to establish the trail. public use in 2011, with completion of
dents and visitors. The existing network the 30-mile trail loop, which will involve
Consumers Energy will utilize this infor-
of campgrounds and day-use facilities a number of trail bridges, in 2012 or
mation to submit the proposal to the

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that dot the shoreline of Hardy Pond 2013. Those interested in learning more
Federal Energy Regulatory Commis-
would allow for hikers and mountain about the trail project or participating
in the effort may contact Dave Wright
at (231) 689-1250.

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L
I Croton-Hardy Area
V Croton Dam Tailwater Access Improvements
GAINING ACCESS to the excellent salmon improvement efforts. With water quality en- safety or user enjoyment.

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and steelhead fishery in the Muskegon
River below Croton Dam will be a bit easier
in 2010 thanks to a new parking area and
pathway being completed by Consumers
Energy and Croton Township, with funding
support from the Michigan Department of
Natural Resources and Environment’s Habi-
tat Improvement Account (HIA).
The fishery below Croton Dam has gained
steadily in quality and popularity over the
hancement work now underway, the fishery
Consumers Energy and Croton Township
may be expected to gain an even greater
determined that the best solution was to de-
following in the coming years.
velop additional parking on the upstream
In 2000, Consumers and Croton Township side of Croton-Hardy Drive and connect it
made major improvements to the tailwater to the pathway under the road bridge that
access site, but the amount of parking that already had been improved as part of the
could be provided on the downstream side earlier project. This would allow anglers and
of Croton-Hardy Drive was limited to eight other boaters to launch their boats and
car-trailer sites. As the river has gained in then take their vehicle to the upstream side
popularity in recent years, that has rarely of the bridge for parking and return to the

•
past 15 years, due in part to changing
Croton Dam to a re-regulation operation
mode that results in run-of-river flows down-
stream, along with a variety of other habitat
proved to be sufficient, especially on spring launch ramp by way of the short pathway
and fall weekends. That led to parking under the bridge. The township requested
along both sides of Croton-Hardy Drive, a funds for the $80,000 project from the HIA.
situation that was not ideal for either public
FFunds were approved and the project work
was
w started in late 2009. Consumers Energy
is contracting the work under a coopera-
ttive agreement with Croton Township. Final
grading
g and surfacing work is expected to
be completed by the time enthusiasts return
to
t this popular site in the spring of 2010.

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Bernie‛s Best Vern’s

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We thank you for almost 30 years of letting us serve you here in Sand
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26 TRI COUNTY NEWS SHOPPER • MONDAY, MAY 24, 2010

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Ford Retail Bonus Cash ....... - $1,000.00 Ford Promotional Cash ....... - $1,000.00 Ford Retail Bonus Cash ....... - $1,000.00
Farm Bureau Certificate ......... - $500.00 36 month lease. No security deposit required. 12,000 miles Ford Transit Connect
per year. Plus sales tax. $2,483.85 up fronts due at signing.
Offer expires May 31, 2010.
eCoupon Offer .............. - $500.00

2007 FORD FUSION SE 2003 FORD ESCAPE LIMITED

V6, alloy wheels. AWD. Black on black,
Last one at this price, so heated leather interior,
don’t wait!! Almost new moonroof, alloys, fresh
tires, and in excellent brakes, low miles.
condition! Wont’ last at this price!
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P8756 P8746

2010 FORD FUSION SE
P8675. Candy red color on this sporty car.
Gas sipping 4 cyl., lots of pep. Safe, reliable,
dependable, full warr. ....................... $16,333
2008 FORD ESCAPE LIMITED
P8721A. Loaded up, top of the line chrome
wheels, moonroof, heated seats, one owner
local trade ..............................................CALL!
2008 FORD ESCAPE XLT
P8749. Moonroof, upgraded stereo, well
equipped. Just serviced, new tires and
more ....................................................$14,833
2008 FORD ESCAPE XLT
10T135A. One owner, sold & serviced here.
Chrome wheels, peppy 3.0 V6!!
Clean Carfax ...................................... $17,200
2008 FORD FUSION I4 SE
9T84A2. Moonroof. Off site demo. Call first
so we can get it here to show you!.$14,900
2008 FORD FUSION SE
P8676. Low miles. Full warranty, gas sipping
4 cylinder. .......................................... $14,874
2008 FORD FUSION SEL
P8752. Black on black, leather heated seats,
moonroof, upgraded stereo, alloy wheels, 6
cyl. One owner ...................................$16,672
2008 FORD FUSION SEL
P8748. Well equipped, low mi., 1 owner, gas
sipping 2.3 engine. Alloys, full warr. $14,926
2008 MERCURY MILAN
P8633. Moonroof, Black and sweet with
steering wheel controls! ...................$13,401
*Plus tax, title, doc fee, plate. Rebates to dealer.
2007 FORD ESCAPE XLT
P8755. Nice looking Vista Blue, alloy wheels,
4WD, peppy V6. Just serviced ...........$12,744
2007 FORD ESCAPE XLT
P8711. Moon & Tune pkg., 4WD, peppy 4 cyl.
Great gas mileage!............................ $13,300
2007 FORD FUSION I-4 SE
P8726. 13,000 low miles, gas sipping 4 cyl.
Full warranty ......................................$13,856
2007 FORD FUSION SEL
P8667. Low miles, full warranty left, peppy
V6. Come see why this is our biggest selling
car today! .......................................... $14,995
2007 MERCURY MARINER
P8747. Premier pkg., leather w/suede inserts,
alloy wheels, all the power goodies, AWD
safety ..................................................$12,428
2007 MERCURY MILAN
P8735. V6, moonroof, heated seats, rear
spoiler. No smoke, super clean including
Carfax report ......................................$15,934
2007 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER PREMIER
P8730. V8, navigation, power fold down
seats, tow pkg., moonroof, ALL the goodies,
one owner ......................................... $21,900
2006 FORD ESCAPE XLT
P8177A. Sport appearance pkg., Brand new
tires, local one owner trade, step bars. Only
52,000 miles ........................................$13,995
2001 FORD ESCAPE XLS
P8757. V6, four wheel drive, very glossy
black paint! Nice price on this one and you
will get a nice Escape.......................... $7,866

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