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The River Valley
RECORD - ENTERPRISE
Serving PortionS of MontcalM, MecoSta, newaygo and Kent countieS
Chamber offering shopping spree at expo
If you shop local, the Panhandle Area
Chamber of Commerce wants to give you a
$250 shopping spree!
As part of the Panhandle Area Commu-
nity Expo, the Chamber is offering a draw-
ing. The winner gets a $250 shopping spree
at businesses that belong to the Chamber.
People can register for the drawing dur-
ing the Expo, from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. on Fri-
day, April 29th at Tri County High School.
To register, participants will receive an entry
form for each receipt of $10 or more from
any Chamber member. Receipts must be
dated from March 21st to April 29th, day of
the Expo.
Chamber Director Marianne VanBen-
nekom said this type of drawing is new for
the Chamber at the Community Expo and
encourages shopping local. The Cham-
ber members can be found online at www.
panhandlechamber.com under Members
GRAPPLERS GARNER HONORS
The Tri County Youth Wres-
tling Club hosted the MYWA
Northern Region - Regional
Finals Wrestling Tournament on
Saturday and Sunday, March
12th and 13th at Tri County High
School. We would like to thank
the sponsors for their gener-
LETTER TO THE EDITOR POLICY
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terprise do not reflect the overall opinion of the paper.
Letters to the editor may be written by any member of the
community who wishes to express their view of a certain
issue. Letters should be in good taste and no longer than
500 words.
MONDAY, MARCH 21, 2011 • RIVER VALLEY NEWS SHOPPER 3
– Membership Directory.
About 70 businesses will have booths at
the Friday evening event. The Expo gives
area residents the chance to get to know
Panhandle Area businesses, their products
and services.
Entertainment for the event includes
dancing, Martial Arts demonstration, chil-
dren’s activities, and taste of the panhandle
from area restaurants. For example, Pizza
Time will be showcasing their specialty piz-
zas! Activities and prizes are offered at many
of the Expo booths. A photo contest spon-
sored by Firstbank offers top prize of $200.
Visit the Chamber website for full details of
this photo contest! The Expo is a fun event
for the entire family.
Be sure to save those Chamber member
receipts and bring them to the Expo April
29th for your chance to win a $250 shop-
ping spree!
ous donations. Our appreciation
also goes out to Tri County High
School and the Janitorial staff for
their help and support in mak-
ing the tournament possible.
In all 390 kids wrestled, 22 of
which were from Tri County. Our
club had 17 wrestlers qualify to
DEADLINES
News/Editorial Submissions . . . . Noon on Tuesday
Area Happenings and Directories . . . . Noon on Wednesday
Classified/Display advertising . . . . Noon on Thursday
For more information, contact the River Valley Office
at (231) 937-4740
move on to the state tourna-
ment. We are very proud of all
our wrestlers for a great season!
CONGRATULATIONS AND GOOD
LUCK at MYWAY State Tourna-
ment in Battle Creek on Friday
March 25th through Sunday
March 27th.
INSIDE THIS ISSUE:
n Community News,
Pages 4 and 5
n Obituary, Page 6
n Zellie’s News, Page 7
Carson City
Hospital partners
with CMU
College of
Medicine
CARSON CITY — Cason City
Hospital and Central Michigan
University (CMU) College of Medi-
cine recently developed a partner-
ship to provide clinical training to
the university’s medical students.
As part of the college’s clinical ex-
perience, students will have access
to Carson City Hospital (CCH) fa-
cilities, physician and patients.
This agreement falls under
CMU’s commitment to help train
physicians who will practice in
central and northern Michigan.
The CMU College of Medicine will
enroll its first class of students in
2013.
“This academic and health-care
facility partnership will create new
opportunities for both organiza-
tions,” said CCH President and
CEO Bruce L. Traverse, FACHE.
“CCH has a long history of being
a teaching hospital, and we look
forward to embracing that heritage
and welcoming CMU students into
our facility to learn and develop as
health-care professionals.”
Traverse said that it makes
sense for CMU students to receive
training in rural and small com-
munity settings such as offered in
Carson City, since these locations
are currently experiencing severe
physician shortages.
The agreement between CMU
and CCH will remain in force for
seven years, providing students
with clinical privileges and super-
vision during their education.
4 RIVER VALLEY NEWS SHOPPER • MONDAY, MARCH 21, 2011

COMMUNITY NEWS OBITUARIES

Firstbank sponsoring
local photography contest
Firstbank is sponsoring a photography con-
test as part of their upcoming exhibit for the
2011 Panhandle Community Expo. The contest
runs from April 1 to April 28th and the entry
deadline is 4 p.m. on April 28th. There is no fee
to participate. Prizes are 1st place - $200, 2nd
Place $100, 3rd place $50. Please submit the
matted photograph of your choice in 5 X 7 or
8 x 10 sizes only. (Firstbank reserves the right
to turn away any inappropriate subject matter).
Photographs will be displayed at Firstbank, 830
W Shaw, Howard City, for viewing during regu-
lar business hours for the duration of the con-
test. The photographs will then be displayed at
the Panhandle Community Expo on April 29th
at Tri County High School from 5pm – 8pm.
Contest voting will take place at the Panhandle
Community Expo on April 29th at 7:30. Votes
will be cast by Expo attendees and the top three
photographs with the most popular votes will
win. So we encourage everyone to submit a
photograph and have 100 of your best friends
stop by the Expo on April 29th and vote. Con-
tact Firstbank (231) 937-4383 if you have any
questions.
Angela’s Join Chamber
Pictured L to R: Nancy
Strutzel - Angela’s, stylist, Mi-
chelle Barker - Chamber Board
member, Firstbank, Jamie Bun-
ting - Chamber Board member,
Droski Insurance, Kim Baker
- Angela’s, massage therapist,
Angela Troost, owner, Amber
Behrendt, Chamber Ambas-
sador, Independent Bank,
Shelby Schark - Angela’s, styl-
ist, Michelle Newell - Chamber
Ambassador, Coldwell Banker
-Hoppough & Assoc., Jessica
Williams - Angela’s, stylist
Local host homes sought Gary R. Misner
Died: Sunday, March 13,2011
The Cultural Academic Student Exchange Pro-
gram (CASE) is looking for families in the Tri-coun-
ty area to host a high school age exchange student
Gary R. Misner, 68, passed
away Sunday, March 13, 2011, at
for the 2011-12 school year. this home on Association Road,
Exchange students will be coming from the fol- Moran Township, Pte. Aux Chenes
lowing countries, although not all of them will be following a long illness.
placed in the Tri-County area: Germany, Italy, Bra-
He was born in Sparta on
zil, Ecuador, Sweden, Spain, Vietnam, Denmark,
Aug. 15, 1942. His parents were
South Korea, China, Norway, Belgium, Thailand,
Bernard and Betty (Wilkerson)
Japan and France.
Misner. He graduated from high
The exchange students have good English skills,
school and owned a bait shop in
their own insurance and spending money, and
Sand Lake and a Shell Station
want to see what it is like to be a part of an Ameri- for many years. In 1985, the fam-
can family for 5 or 10 months. Hosts provide a bed ily moved from Howard City to
and meals that are eaten with the family. Families Pte Aux Chenes, and purchased
with or without children are eligible to host. the Pte Aux Chenes Resort from
For more information about hosting an ex- Harold Knight, and opened a bait
change student, contact Rose Kruger, Area Repre- shop called the Pte Aux Chenes
sentative for CASE, at (877) 471-9675 or visit the Sporting Goods & Resort. They
website at www.case-usa.org. operated that many years, even-
tually selling the cabins to regular
Upcoming Marriages patrons after completely restor-
ing them back to original condi-
n Kaleb Robinson and Katie Campbell, both tion. He loved to fish especially at
of White Cloud; and Emerson Bay for white fish; gar-
n Nathan J. Sparrow and Alexandra R. Wil- dening, woodworking and hunt-
cox, both of Hesperia. ing. He was also a member of the
Methodist Church.
On March 19, 1966, he married
his life partner, Judy Stevenson,
who survives. Also surving are
two sons and families, Steven and
Dana Misner of Brevort, Greg and
Jodi Misner of Brevort; brother,
Fred and Gerri Misner of Sand
Lake and Florida; sister, Patti and
Jack Buurstra of Rockford; five
grandchildren, Aaron, Emily, Jef-
fry, Josee and Tristin; and great-
granddaughter Abegail. He was
preceded in death by his parents,
and a brother, Bernard Misner Jr.
A memorial service will be
held on Sunday, March 20 at 2 pm
at Dodson Funeral Home. Visi-
tation will be from 12 noon until
service time. Pastor Eric Allsgaard
of the St. Ignace United Methodist
Church will officiate.
Louise Fedrick
Kellogg Howe
Louise Fredrick Kellogg Howe,
82, of Benton Harbor formerly of
Howard City, passed away March
8, 2011, at St Joseph Hospital.
She was born July 5, 1928 in
Colfax Township, Big Rapids, the
daughter of Clifton and Margaret
(Bowerman) Fredrick.
During her working years she
worked for Tri County Schools
where she was known as Ma Kel-
logg and drove bus for 13 years
and was the first female bus driv-
er in the school system. She also
drove a cement truck, gasoline
truck, worked on the farm, as well
as being a charge nurse at the old
Stanwood Hospital.
She was a life member of the
Eastern Star.
Surviving are son, Paul (Oleda)
Kellogg of Howard City; daugh-
terd Katherine Kellogg Moore of
Benton Harbor; many grandchil-
dren and great grandchildren;
two sisters, Laura (Fredrick) Burr
of Reed City and Ardis (James)
Louden of Big Rapids; and sev-
eral nieces and nephews She was
preceded in death by her parents,
husband, brother and two sisters.
Funeral services were held on
Saturday, March 12, at 11 a.m. at
the Heckman Funeral
Home with Pastor Anne
Riegler officiating with burial in
the Amble Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to
The Florida Baptist Childrens
Home.

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WEDDING ANNOUNCEMENT ‘Critical Reality:

Wedding vows were ex-
changed on Saturday, October
23, 2010 at St. Jeromes Cath-
olic Church in Scottville, by
Jandin Emily Armstrong and
Bryan Michael Miller. Parents
of the couple are Don and
Ruth Ann Armstrong, of Sand
Lake, and Paul and Kathleen
Miller of Brethren.
Maid of Honor was Jackie
Waller, friend of the Bride.
Bridesmaids were Katie
Inman and Hannah Wright,
cousins of the Bride, and
Ashley Miller, sister of the
Groom.
Best man was Matt Miller, Why is Arts
brother of the Groom.
Groomsmen were Matt
Sanders, Austin Boersma
Criticism Important?
and Dan Sosa, friends of the GRAND RAPIDS — Going in larger cities be applicable to
Groom. into the third year of ArtPrize, Grand Rapids? If not, how can
The Ceremony was per- Grand Rapidians have a good we develop our own model?
formed by Father Mathias idea of what to expect – to an The Arts Council, ArtPeers
extent. Art will suddenly ap- and Avenue for the Arts have
Thelen friend of the Groom. pear at intersections, on the partnered up to host “Criti-
A reception was held im- sides of buildings, in almost cal Reality: Why is Arts Criti-
mediately following at the Fin every available public space; cism Important?”, a two-part
and Feather Club in Scottville teeming masses of pedestrians workshop committed to bring-
Michigan. will flood the streets, vying to ing this discussion out into a
The couple reside in North- see each one; traffic on Fulton public context. The workshop,
ern Michigan. from Monroe to Lafayette will to be held March 31st from
transform into a piece of work 5:30-7 p.m., will feature a
all its own. Sheer volume is an panel discussion as well as an

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Help protect wildlife in your own backyard
America has a long history of
protecting its wildlife heritage.
From the endangered bald eagle in
the 1970s to the Kemps Ridley turtle
threatened by the 2010 Gulf oil spill,
Americans have shown a remark-
able ability to rally and rescue spe-
cies and the habitats they need to
survive.
But families needn’t travel to dis-
tant locations to safeguard wildlife.
There are many things you can do in
your backyard to help local wildlife
like birds, butterflies, squirrels and
others.
Spearheading conservation
on both local and national lev-
els through the decades has been
the National Wildlife Federation
(NWF), which celebrates its 75th
anniversary this year. The NWF
has played major roles in reviving
the country’s diminishing gray wolf
population, purchasing land where
grizzly bears, wolves and bison can
roam freely, and leading efforts to
reduce global warming to protect
Arctic polar bears.
Like many American movements,
the NWF’s efforts have been suc-
cessful because of the commitment
of individuals to help something
they love, in this case our nation’s
wildlife. For example, thousands
of wildlife enthusiasts have created
certified wildlife habitats in their
own backyards.
Here’s what you can do in your
backyard to create such a habitat:
n Food Sources: Planting native
plants or hanging feeders for butter-
flies, hummingbirds and squirrels,
are easy ways to make your habitat a
five-star restaurant for wildlife. You
can also stock feeders and incorpo-
rate plants with nuts, berries, nec-
tar, suet, or fruits, depending on the
wildlife native to your area.
n Water Source: Wildlife need
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ing, bathing and reproduction. You
will need one water source in your
wildlife habitat, such as a natural
pond, lake, river or spring, or a hu-
man-made feature such as a bird
bath, butterfly puddling area or rain
garden.
n Cover: Wildlife need places to
hide to feel safe from people, preda-
tors and weather. Native vegeta-
tion is a perfect cover for terrestrial
wildlife, while structures such as
birdhouses can attract specific bird
species. A pond can double as a wa-
ter source and home for fish and
amphibians.
n Places to Raise Young: Creat-
ing a wildlife habitat is about creat-
ing a place for the entire life-cycle of
a species, from courtship to mating
to raising offspring. Many habitat
features that serve as cover can dou-
ble as locations where wildlife can
raise their young.
n Sustainable Gardening: Use
natural mulch which can conserve
water and cut down on weeds. Re-
duce chemical fertilizers and pesti-
cides. These and other environmen-
tally-friendly practices will be more
welcoming to wildlife and better for
the planet.
Once you’ve created your habi-
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National Wildlife Federation at
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which offers tips to create habitats
that will welcome local wildlife. And
in honor of the organization’s 75th
anniversary, NWF will plant a tree
for every yard certified in 2011.
So get started! There’s no time
to lose when protecting America’s
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ASSESSOR
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County is hiring a new Assessor. We
are a smaller township with approxi-
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Assessors' Board Certification required.
Please send resumes, references, salary
requests and a copy of certification on or
before April 14, 2011 to:
Darwin Denslow
Township Supervisor
15021 30th Avenue
Remus, MI 49340
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HELP WANTED- JOB Support Coach
Newaygo County Mental Health Center
is currently seeking applicants for the
position of "job support coach." This
position is responsible for providing job
training services to individuals who are
developmentally disabled or chronically
mentally ill and work in the community.
This is a part-time position which requires
a varying number of work hours and the
flexibility to work days, nights, or week-
ends. Reliable transportation is a neces-
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MONDAY, MARCH 21, 2011 • RIVER VALLEY NEWS SHOPPER 9
Friends of the Timothy C. Hauenstein
Reynolds Township Library
MINUTES 3/9/11
Members & Guests Present: Pat Bauman, Linda Godley, Betty MacTavish, Marjorie
Morgan, Judy Parker, Vicky Paulen, Chris Poprawski, Lavonne Rehfus, Kera Roesly,
Mary Ellen Rose, Patricia Smith, Harriet Wahoski, Shirley Westveer and Janice
Williams.
Call to Order: The meeting was called to order by President Vicky Paulen.
Approval of Minutes: Motion by Linda G. to approve the January 14, 2011, minutes
as read seconded by Patricia S. All approved.
Treasurers Report: Treasurer Linda G. passed out an updated report. Patricia S.
made a motion to accept the Treasurers report as presented, seconded by Lavonne
R. All and seconded by Betty M. to reimburse Shirley W. for quilt materials. All
approved. Motion by Shirley W. and seconded by Chris P. to reimburse Judy P. for
secretarial supplies. All approved.
Director’s Report: Janice W.
1. Reported to the group that two programs will be presented at the Library. The first,
will take place on March 10, at 6:00 p.m. Tonya Nichols will present a program on
“Aging & Illness from a pH Perspective.” The second will take place on March 22,
at 5:30 p.m. when Terri Stroud presents “Grocery Labels-Fact or Fiction?” Be sure to
take advantage of these informative programs.
2. Reported to the group that due to the many budget cuts the Library is facing, some
extra help from the FOL for Library materials would be greatly appreciated. Motion
by Kera R. and seconded by Shirley W. to donate $3,000 to be used for materials.
All approved.
3. Reported to the group that sales from the Used Book Cart continue to be steady.
The proceeds from the book sale are being used to purchase audio books for kids.
Publicity Report: Arlene B. has consented to continue with publicity for FOL
events. In addition, Kera R. will be assisting her by delivering posters and other
advertising to the various businesses.
OLD BUSINESS
2011 Quilt Raffle: Shirley W. finished the small quilt and brought it in to show the
membership. It will be on display at the Library soon. Linda G. reported 20 blocks
have been finished and turned in which will go into the queen-size quilt. Both quilts
will be raffled off during the Harvest Festival in September. Vicky P. asked Janice to
apply for the raffle license and order the tickets.
NEW BUSINESS
Used Book Sale: The spring Used Book Sale will take place on Thursday, April 28,
from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Friday, April 29, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and
Saturday, April 30, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Library. Chairman Patricia S.
will schedule workers for the event at April’s FOL meeting. Donations of used books
may be dropped off at the Library until the sale.
Business Expo: The Business Expo will take place Friday, April 29, at Tri County
High School. Renae B. and Lavonne R. will be in charge of the FOL booth.
OTHER BUSINESS:
FOML meeting in Grand Rapids: Vicky reminded the membership there will be
a meeting of the Friends of Michigan Libraries at the Kentwood Branch of the Kent
District Library in Grand Rapids on Wednesday, April 27, 2011. She encouraged
everyone to consider attending.
Book Club: The book for April is “The Help” by Kathryn Stockett. The book
discussion will take place on Monday, April 4, 2011 at 1:30 p.m. in the Library Reading
Room. Everyone is encouraged to read the book and join in on the discussion.
Adjournment: Chris P. made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Betty M. all
approved.
Next Meeting: Wednesday, April 13, 2011 at 9:00 a.m.
NEW MEMBERS WELCOME!
MAPLE VALLEY TOWNSHIP
Meeting in Brief:
Maple Valley Township Board Regular Meeting
March 14, 2011
Board Present: Kain, Sanders, Miller, Betten, Petersen
Board Absent: none
Action Items:
Regular Minutes of February 14, 2011 were read and approved.
MOTION Kain 2nd Betten to accept the treasurer’s report as read. Motion Carried.
MOTION Miller 2nd Betten to allow Fire Chief Kain to sign a letter of intent to
purchase a 1989 International 4000 gallon tanker with 60,000 miles and have a check
prepared for 10% or $3500. Amended by Petersen to say a check that is refundable.
Motion Carried.
MOTION Betten 2nd, Miller to authorize a wire transfer of $35,000 full payment to
purchase a 1989 International 4000 gallon tanker with 60,000 miles if the truck is what
is acceptable to the Fire Chief Kain. Motion Carried.
MOTION Petersen 2nd Betten to reimburse Chief Kain for fuel, hotel and meals for
the trip to WI to examine the 1989 tanker for purchase. Motion Carried.
RESOLUTION Petersen 2nd Betten Maple Valley Township Board will approve the
committee’s recommended for establishment of Fees, Escrows to be charged by the
Zoning Administrator to the applicant and also the zoning forms to be used. Yes, Bet-
ten, Petersen, Kain, Miller, Sanders, No none, Absent none. Resolution Carried.
RESOLUTION Betten 2nd Miller to allow Jeffrey L. Hansen to put into PA 116 a to-
tal of 40 acres from parcels 59-013-0025-010 and 59-013-025 011 each being a 20 acre
parcel. Yes, Betten, Petersen, Kain, Miller, Sanders, No none Resolution Carried.
MOTION Betten 2nd Miller to adopt the Federal Poverty Exemption Guidelines plus
10% for the 2011 tax year. Motion Carried.
MOTION Betten 2nd Miller to sign two Chloride contracts with Montcalm County
Road Commission listed as one (1) application of chloride on local roads at a rate of
1650 gallons per minute based on 40.65 miles with one application x .1386/gallon
total of $9,296.
Another contract for two (2) applications of chloride at a rate of 1650 gallons per
mile based on 40.65 miles x 2 applications x .1386/ gallon for $14,085. Total of both
contracts is $23,381. Motion Carried.
MOTION Sanders 2nd Kain to adjust the budget by increasing Streetlights expense
line item 101 446 921 by $1490 and decrease expense line item Township Board capi-
tal expense line item 101101 970 by $1490. Motion Carried.
MOTION Petersen 2nd Betten to pay bills as presented Ck # 4184 through Ck # 4221
in the amount of $24,962.53. Motion Carried.
Items of Interest
Board of Review is Tues Mar 15, 2:30-5:30 and 6-9 pm and Friday March 18, 9-noon
and 12:30–3:30.
Planning members are needed. If interested call 231 354 6496 or write to P.O. Box
56 Coral.
Annual meeting is March 26, 2011 in Coral at 9:00 am.
Expo planned for 1st Saturday in April.
Next Regular meeting 7:00 pm April 11 at the Coral Community Center.
Planning Meeting 7:00 pm next meeting in March 3.
Complex Meeting 7 pm 1st Tuesday at Maple Valley Complex
Full Minutes: Clerk Shirley Sanders at 231-354 -6774 or 354-6496
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Synopsis
February 14, 2011
Meeting called to order 7: PM
Board members present: Jean Howarth Supervisor, Debbra Wright Clerk, Chris
Hadley Treasurer, Chris Ortwein and Morgan Heinzman Trustees.
Guest Speakers: Bill Nottelmann H&R Strategies
Motion by Mr. Heinzman 2nd by Mrs. Hadley to approve January 10, 2011 monthly
meeting minutes as read. All in favor motion carried.
Motion by Mr. Heinzman and 2nd by Mr. Ortwein to approve the Treasures report
as presented. All in favor motion carried
Motion by Mr. Heinzman and 2nd by Mrs. Hadley to approve the payment of
monthly bills a presented by the Clerk. Roll call vote, Ayes: Ortwein, Hadley, Hein-
zman, Wright, Howarth. Nays: None.
Motion by Mr. Heinzman 2nd Mr. by Ortwein to proceed with devising a plan for
the reduction of the Mute Swan. Ayes: Wright, Ortwein, Heinzman, Howarth. Nays:
Hadley. Motion carried.
Motion by Mr. Heinzman 2nd by Mrs. Wright to put Mr. Ortwein in charge of put-
ting together a committee and plan for the Mute Swan reduction. All in favor motion
carried.
Chief Rob Benson announces his recommendations for officers.
Assistant Chief - Billy Westgate, 2nd Captain - Tyler DeVuono will continue as
Training Officer, 2nd Lt. Dave Norton will continue as Health and Safety Officer.
Motion by Morgan Heinzman and 2nd by Chris Hadley to accept Chief Benson’s
officer recommendations as presented, all in favor motion carried.
Motion by Mr. Heinzman and 2nd by Mrs. Hadley to approve the expenditure of
$1342 for the purchase of (2) ice rescue suits to be taken from operating supplies.
Roll call vote Ayes, Mr. Ortwein, Mrs. Hadley, Mrs. Wright, Mr. Heinzman, Mrs.
Howarth. Nays None.
Motion by Mr. Heinzman 2nd by Mr. Ortwein to approve $1541 for the purchase
of (4) MSA SCBA masks from operating supplies. Roll call vote. Ayes Mrs. Wright,
Mr. Ortwein, Mrs. Hadley, Mr. Heinzman, Mrs. Howarth. Nays None.
Motion by Mr. Heinzman 2nd by Mr. Ortwein to approve the TGA Scholarship Ap-
plication. All in favor, motion passed.
Motion by Mr. Heinzman, 2nd by Mr. Ortwein to approve Resolution 2011-02, Cro-
ton Township Board Resolution to Adopt Poverty Exemption Income Guidelines
and Asset Test. Roll call vote Ayes Wright, Hadley, Heinzman, Ortwein, Howarth.
Nays None.
Motion by Mr. Heinzman 2nd by Mrs. Hadley to approve Resolution 2011-01, Cro-
ton Township Board Resolution to Set Alternate Dates for the March, July and De-
cember Board of Review. Roll call vote Ayes Wright, Ortwein, Hadley, Heinzman,
Howarth. Nays None.
Motion by Mr. Heinzman 2nd by Mr. Ortwein to approve NCRA (Newaygo Com-
munity Recreational Authority) amended budget. Roll call vote Ayes Wright, Had-
ley, Ortwein, Heinzman, Howarth. Nays None.
Motion by Mr. Heinzman 2nd Mr. Ortwein to accept the Planning Commissions
recommendations for changes & amendments to the ordinance as a result of the
December 08, 2010 Public Hearing. Roll call vote: Ayes Wright, Hadley, Heinzman,
Ortwein, Howarth. Nays None.
Motion by Mrs. Hadley 2nd by Mrs. Wright to table the hiring a planner for the
Croton Township Master Plan and the Croton Township Campground Master Plan
until 2nd monthly meeting. All in favor, motion carried.
Motion by Mrs. Hadley, 2nd by Mr. Ortwein to approve Campground Concept Plan.
Ayes, Wright, Heinzman, Ortwein, Hadley, Howarth. Nays, None.
Motion by Mrs. Hadley 2nd by Mr. Ortwein to table Xyotek quote for installing Wifi
at the campground. All in favor. Motion passed.
Motion by Mrs. Wright 2nd by Mr. Ortwein to approve Mrs. Howarth recommenda-
tions for the Compensation Committee for all township employees. Bill Nottelmann,
Tom Burgess. All in favor motion passed.
Motion by Mrs. Hadley 2nd by Mr. Heinzman to appoint Mr. Lynn Gilleo to the
Planning Commission for the (3) year term. All in favor motion carried.
Motion by Mr. Ortwein 2nd by Mrs. Hadley to appoint Mr. James Squires to Zoning
Board of Appeals for another term. All in favor motion carried.
Motion by Mrs. Hadley 2nd by Mrs. Howarth to appoint Mr. Steve Goerke to the
Zoning Board of Appeals. All in favor, motion carried.
Mrs. Howarth will check prices on refuse hauling for clean-days.
Motion by Mr. Heinzman 2nd by Mrs. Hadley to table Croton Township Procedure
Policy for Zoning Ordinance changes. All in favor motion carried.
Meeting to adjourn 10:30 PM.
Recorded and submitted by
Debbra Wright,
Croton Township Clerk
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050 Help Wanted
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record. Home often. Good pay +bene-
fits. Call (231) 349-0440 for more infor-
mation.

The Croton Township Library will be

CALL OR VISIT US TO SEE 080 Business
Opportunities
hosting a Public Hearing regarding the WHAT YOUR VEHICLE IS WORTH RETIRE (24 MONTHS or Less)
Never before seen pay plan

2011-2012 Fiscal Year Budget on 12771 Northland Drive
March 23, 2011 at 6:00 pm. Cedar Springs
1 Mile North of M-57 (14 Mile Road)
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Public Hearing will be held at the Tue., Thur. & Fri. 9:30 am - 6 pm
Services
Croton Township Library. Sat. 10 am - 2 pm WINTER TIME
CLEANING!
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WINFIELD TOWNSHIP
Reliable, References. Melody (616)696-
2860, (616)885-4249.
LEGALS
NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING CUSTOM DESIGNED AND built for
Winfield Township is accepting resumes and bids for an Assessor. you by Percy's Post-Frame Buildings.
AND ANNUAL MEETING 616-874-9225

Send resumes to Supervisor Phyllis Larson
17319 N. County Line Road, Howard City, MI 49329
by April 4, 2011.
The Aetna Township board will hold a public hearing on Saturday,
E & L Construction specializing in your
March 26, 2011 at 10am at the Aetna Township Hall, 196 Cass,
roofing needs. Metal or shingle roofs.
Morley, MI for the purpose of approving the 2011-2012 fiscal year
proposed budget and Truth in Taxation hearing.
Ask us about the Energy Star tax cred-
it. Call (231)924-3467

The Township has the right to accept or reject any and all bids. The property tax millage rate proposed to be levied to
support the proposed budget will be the subject of this MARRIE'S CLEANING SER-
hearing. VICE, 231-629-7775 cell, 231-
689-1340 home. 1481 S. Oak-
BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE The annual meeting of Aetna Township will follow the hearing. A
(TRUTH IN BUDGETING) copy of the proposed budget will be available for inspection upon
wood Drive, White Cloud. House
cleaning, also house boats,
The CROTON TOWNSHIP Board will hold a public hearing on the proposed town- request. Call 231-856-7091.
ship budget for the fiscal year 2011-2012 at the Croton Township Hall on March 28, campers and leaf removal.
2011at 7:00 PM.
Delores Barringer Spring cleaning.
Aetna Township Clerk
THE PROPERTY TAX MILLAGE RATE PROPOSED TO BE

IMMEDIATE
March 9, 2011
LEVIED TO SUPPORT THE PROPOSED BUDGET WILL BE
A SUBJECT OF THIS HEARING.

TOWNSHIP OF PIERSON CASH!

A copy of the budget is available for public inspection at the Clerk’s office at the
Croton Township Hall, 5833 E. Division St., Newaygo, MI 49337.
The Croton Township Board will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and
services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed materials
being considered at the meeting, in individuals with disabilities at the meeting upon
seven (7) days notice to the Croton Township Board.
NOTE: Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should con-
tact the Croton Township Board by writing or calling the following: Debbra Wright,
Croton Township Clerk, 5833 W. Division St., Newaygo, MI 49337 or 231-652-4301
Monday through Friday between 8:30 AM and Noon.
COUNTY OF MONTCALM, MICHIGAN
PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on March 29, 2011 at 7:00 p.m.,
the Township Board of the Township of Pierson will hold a meeting at the Pierson I buy anything
of value that’s
Township Hall, 21156 Cannonsville Road, within the Township, for the purpose of
holding a public hearing on the proposed budget for the Township of Pierson for the
fiscal year commencing April 1, 2011 and ending March 31, 2012.
A copy of the proposed budget is available for inspection by interested persons yours and legal!
at the Pierson Township Hall, 21156 Cannonsville Road, during Township office

Call
hours.

Notice of Public Hearing The property tax millage rate proposed to be levied to
support the proposed budget will be a subject of this 231-218-5031
Howard City Planning Commission hearing.
April 7, 2011 • 6:30 p.m. All interested persons may attend the public hearing concerning the annual Town- Ask for Dick
Municipal Building ship budget.
125 E. Shaw Street
Howard City, MI 49329
231-937-4311
There will be a special meeting to adopt the budget following the budget hearing.
TOWNSHIP BOARD OF THE
TOWNSHIP OF PIERSON
MAKE $10 at
The Howard City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on April
7, 2011 at 6:30 p.m. The purpose of this hearing is to receive comment
on the proposed amendment to the Home Occupation Zoning Ordinance NOTICE
pertaining to medical marihuana. If you are unable to attend the meeting PIERSON TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS Bring in your cars, trucks,
and would like to comment please contact Mark Rambo at 231-937-4311
ext. 6. The Pierson Township Board will be holding the Annual Meeting of the vans, quads, trailers or
Electors, Tuesday, March 29, 2011 7:00 p.m. at the Pierson anything on wheels for our
Kim Alexander, Clerk Township Hall, 21156 Cannonsville Road, Pierson, Michigan next two auctions on
Mon., Mar. 21
ENSLEY TOWNSHIP CLEAN-UP DAYS &
Mon., Mar. 28
April 1 and April 2 Receive $10.00 gas card
per unit just for entering in
Ensley Township will host a clean up day on Friday, April 1 from 8:00 am to
12:30 pm, and on Saturday, April 2 from 8:00 am to 12:30 pm at the Ensley our auction.
Township Hall, 7163 120th Street, Sand Lake, for Ensley Township residents only. Shortage of vehicles.
Your vehicle is needed.
Upon presenting driver’s license or approved identification, the following items
will be accepted with the charges as noted: No shovel offs or We have the buyers!
We need the product.
Rubbish (to include burn barrel contents, bagged garbage
Furniture
loose trash allowed! Monday Nights
Batteries BAG IT, BOX IT, BARREL IT, 6:30 PM
Scrap Metal, building materials (no concrete) OR DON’T BRING IT! Don’t forget about our
Appliances Spring Consignment Auction
Notes: No brush, yard waste, liquids, paints or concrete.
Propane Tanks (must be cut in half) Fencing must be flattened and folded. Sat., Apr. 30 • 10:00 AM
Fuel Oil Tanks (must be cut in half) Barrels must have one end opened or full of holes
CALL
Tires - ALL TIRES MUST BE CUT IN 4 PIECES No free pick up of cars or other items.
Residents will need to bring materials to the township hall. 1-800-560-0838
J & S Service of Kent City will supervise the site. or visit our website at
W.H.H. Serice has the right to refuse items at their discretion. expresswayautoauction.org

• Cedar Springs • Sand Lake • Howard City • Morley • Amble
• Gowen • Trufant • Coral • Kent City • Grant • Bailey
Upcoming Events:
Manna Pantry and the Sylvester Community Church are sponsoring
the Second Annual Sylvester Pancake Breakfast on Saturday,
March 19 from 8 AM to 11 AM. It will be served at the Church,
8320 5-Mile Rd., Mecosta. Wagon rides to visit the sugar shack will
also be available. A free-will offering will benefit the Manna Pantry
and the Church’s building fund.
Food Distribution to Individuals & Families In Need - 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.*** Saturday, March 19th,
2:00 pm, Bailey Christian Church, Bailey; Monday, March 21st,
10:00 am, White Cloud Eagles #4170, White Cloud; Wednesday,
March 23rd, 5:00 pm, Hesperia Community Education, Hesperia
- Sponsored by patrons of the Ruby Creek Tavern, Jerry Welcome
& Dave Mackey; Saturday, March 26th, 1:00 pm, Grant Wesleyan
Church, Grant, Please call (231)834-7222 to pre-register; Monday,
March 28th, 3:00 pm, Big Jackson Church of God, Paris.
“Texas Hold Em” poker tournament at the Sheridan V.F.W. Post
will be held on Saturday, March 19th, 2011. The post is continuing
their revamped poker games with many significant changes. Bring in
one can of food for the food pantry and you will receive $1,000.00
worth of chips. Register before 6:00 p.m. and you will receive
$1,000.00 worth of chips. Approximately 70 percent of tournament
fees will be awarded in prizes. The regular tournament will begin at
7:00 p.m. and will close when we have a declared winner at 1:00 a.m.
Cash tables will be open about 4:30 p.m. The post is located at 209
W. Washington (CO Farm Rd) in Sheridan.
Lakeview Community Schools Kindergarten Registration for
2011/2012 School Year is Wednesday, March 23, 2011 at Bright
Start Elementary; Choose from sessions at 1:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 3:30
p.m., 5:00 p.m. or 6:00 p.m.; Call 989-352-8404, send a note, or
stop-by the school office to reserve a space for you and your child
in a session. If possible, please bring birth certificate, immunization
record, and proof of residency, such as a driver’s license or address
portion of a utility bill.
Amble United Methodist Church - Free Food Distribution,
Thurs., March 24th 5:00 distribution.
Free Revelation Prophecy Seminar And Materials - The public
of all ages is invited. According to Bob Benson, program director,
this Seminar will satisfy your curiosity about the future. It will be
presented by avid Bible students, Oscar Montes and Bob Benson,
who will also give you specific and dramatic revelations of things to
come – not from the psychics but from the unfailing Word of God.
When you complete the seminar, you will really understand the
Books of Daniel and Revelation. Meetings at Action Center, 132 E.
Edgerton St., Howard City, beginning Thursdays March 25 at 6:30
P.M. and Saturdays March 27 at 5:30 P.M., and continuing thereafter.
Short health education talks by Bob Benson, PT, and M.S. in PE,
will accompany the presentations! The presentation and materials
are Free!
Lost Country Band - Enjoy the best in classic country music
Saturday, March 26, 7-11 pm VFW in Lakeview, 50/50 drawings,
Free Popcorn, Open to the pubic, byob.
35th Annual Vera Wilse Elementary School Carnival,
Newaygo. Saturday, March 26th from 10am to 2pm. Raffle,
games, pony rides (weather permitting) and much more.
STILL WATERS Counseling Ministry, BINGO night, Indian
Lake Pavillion, March 26, 2011, 6-9:30pm. Register, contact Toni,
616-799-0784 or Still Waters at 231-937-6193.
Montcalm Community College offers a March 26 bus trip to
Chicago. The cost is $15 for students and $30 for non-students.
Participants have time to visit one or two attractions during the
trip. To register, call (989) 328-1213 or 1-877-328-2111, ext. 213.
Payment due at registration.
Heritage United Methodist Church - Blood drive. April 3rd,
2011 from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
25th Annual Cedar Springs Community Night - April 21- 6pm
to 9pm at Cedar Springs High School. Booths are still available for
$25.00. Contact Isabelle at 616-696-9543 or e-mail izzyb9@charter.
net.
Panhandle Area Community Expo, April 29th. For booth
reservations, call Firstbank @ 231-937-4383. Public invited! Doors
open at 5:00pm. Tri County High School. Chance to win $250
Shopping Spree! Chance to win $200 in cash! Fun for the entire
family! For more information, visit www.panhandlechamber.com or
call 231-937-5681.
Old fashioned square dance - Howard City VFW $5/mo, year
round, Monday 1-4pm, Potluck at 2:15pm. Call Carole (231)652-
6183.
Life Style Change, Weight loss etc @ Natures Atrium every tues
6:30pm-7:30pm Call 231-937-9370.
The Lakeview Area Seniors is a non-denominational group
gathering on the first Tuesday of each month from 1:00pm to 3:00.
Interested people of all ages are encouraged attend. If you would like
further information about these meetings, the Lakeview Area Seniors,
or transportation to meetings, please call: Marlene Scott 989-352-
6661, Dorothy Jensen 989-831-4496, Nancy Olsen 231-937-6272.
Southern Chapter of the Pere Marquette Snowmobile Club
will hold their monthly meeting the second Tuesday of each
month at 7:00pm. The meetings will be held at the Howard City
Village Offices, 125 Shaw Street.
Area Happenings run free of charge for non-profit groups.
Mail: The River Valley News Shopper, 491 W. Shaw, Howard City, MI 49329 • Fax: 231-937-4048
Email: rvshopper@pioneergroup.com • DEADLINE: WEDNESDAY 12 NOON
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• Newaygo • White Cloud
• Croton/Hardy • Pierson • Lakeview
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.
Free Kids Aerobics at the Lakeview Community Wellness
Center, Wednesdays from 3:30 - 4:15. Ages 5-10, Colliene Willison
instructing. 423 N. Lincoln Avenue, Lakeview. 989-352-7510.
Hospice of Michigan – Offers Living on Support Group 2nd
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
Wednesday of month, 7:00pm, @ Timothy C. Hauenstein Reynolds
Township Library. Volunteers are needed. Info. Call Cheryl @ 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 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.
Free Western Square Dance Lessons - Newaygo St. Bartholomew’s
Church - Thursday 3:30pm-6:00pm. Call Carole (231)652-6183.
Fish Fry every 2nd and 4th Thursday from 5 - 7pm at the Howard
City VFW Post 3306, 1001 S. Ensley Rd.
Come sew at Heritage United Methodist Church on Fridays
from 10am to 3pm. Bring your machine and call for supply list. New
projects every week. Call Debbie Castle at 231-354-6910 for more
details or email at dcastle@pathwaynet.com. Everyone welcome.
Greenville Auction & Flea Market - Every Friday at the Old
Meijer Store in Greenville on M-91. Flea market starts at 7:00am,
Auction at 10:00am. Vendors and consignors wanted. Call 616-225-
9999 or email wwauctions@yahoo.com.
Family Farm & Home Small Animals Sell and Swap 139 W
River Dr, Newaygo 2nd Saturday of the month 8am-Noon 231-856-
4641.
Gospel Jam @ Grace Community Church 9920 Reed Rd, Howard
City, MI 4th Saturday of each month from 6pm to 8pm in the
fellowship hall. For more info, please call the church @ 231-937-6440
or Gene @ 231-937-2036.
Every Sunday Sheridan VFW Post 5065 FREE Veteran’s
Breakfast for Veterans and/or wives (companions) or widows at 209
W Washington 7:30am-8:45am.
Attention Seniors - Howard City Action Center, 132 E. Edgerton,
open 7 days a week. Call Karen West or Dawny Kniffen 231-937-5950
for weekly schedule of events. Noon lunches Tues, Wed, Thurs.
Library Happenings:
Toddler Time every Monday at 11:00am a story, craft, songs and
more at the Timothy C. Hauenstein Reynolds Township Library. Ages
18 months-3 years old. For more information call Cheryl at 231-937-
5575.
Preschool Storytime every Tuesday at 11:00am stories, craft and
activities at the Timothy C. Hauenstein Reynolds Township Library.
Ages 3 years to 5 years old. For more information call Cheryl at 231-
937-5575.
Preschool Storytime at the Croton Library on Tuesdays from
10:00am-11:00am. Program is for 2-5 year olds and involves books,
crafts, songs & fun.
KDL Library Sand Lake Family Story Time Tuesdays 10:30
AM. Share books, stories, rhymes, music and movement as a family;
develop early literacy skills and encourage a love of reading. For
children ages 6 and under with a caregiver.
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.
Rhyme-Time Music and Movement KDL Library Sand Lake
–Wednesdays, 6:30 PM. Move and groove together with action
rhymes, songs, games, and hands-on musical activities that will help
children develop motor, listening, and literacy skills. For children
ages 6 and under with a caregiver.
New Members Needed - The friends of the Timothy C. Hauenstien
Reynolds Townhip Library is looking for additional members who are
able and want to help the friends of the Library excel in advancing
the library. We meet the 2nd Wednesday of the month. Please
contact Vicky Paulen at 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.
Timothy C. Hauenstein Reynolds Township Library holds
Tweens program every Thursday after school at 4:00. A variety of
activities and learning experiences, with a book discussion once a
month. Ages 8-12 years old, questions call Cheryl at 231-937-5575.
The Newaygo Area Friends of the Library Bookstore, at
Newaygo City Hall, open every Friday, 10am to 6pm and Memorial
Day and Labor Day Weekends with hundreds of books at Bargain
Prices. Proceeds for new Library Building Fund.
Help is Available:
Angel Food Ministries at Solon Center Wesleyan Church, 15671 Algoma
Ave., Cedar Springs, MI 49319. For info call 616-696-8236.
The Mid-Michigan District Health Department offers free vision testing,
as well as hearing screening tests for all children ages 3 to 21. For more
information or to schedule an appointment, call (989) 831-3644, Monday
through Friday.
Michigan Chapter of Pilots for Christ - We provide free air and ground service
for those with medical needs, pastors in need, missionaries cargo transportation.
616-636-5523.
A free Bariatric Support Group will meet the first Tuesday of each month
(beginning in February 2010) at 6:30pm in the Conference Rooms at Carson
City Hospital. For more information, contact Ellen at 989-330-4091.
Newaygo County’s newest Cancer Support Group - Whether you have
been recently diagnosed, in treatment or living beyond your cancer, meet with
others to share and offer hope for one another. Last Thursday of every month
from 6:30 until 8:30 at Living Hope Physical Therapy, 977 W. 72nd St. (M-82),
Newaygo, MI. For more information contact Deb Kaminski, 231-924-7013.
Emotions Anonymous (EA) - Meetings every Wednesday, 1pm, Miracle
Drop-In Center, 310 E. Main St., Stanton. Everyone is welcome. No dues or
fees. Emotions Anonymous offers a twelve step program to help people cope
with stress in daily living and to live a healthier emotional life. Info call Carol
(989)831-8778.
Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS): Newaygo. Weigh in 5:30-6:10pm
on Thursdays, meeting 6:10-7:10pm. Info. Dee at (231)652-2583. • Sparta
Methodist Church. Weigh in 5:00-6:00pm on Tuesdays, meeting 6:00-7:00pm.
Info. Betty at (616)691-7120. • White Cloud, Commission on Aging. Weigh in
5:25-5:55pm on Thursdays, meeting 6:00-7:00pm. 93 Gibbs St. • Lakeview, New
Life United Methodist Church. Weigh in 5:45-6:10pm on Mondays, 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 M-46. • Sand
Lake, Resurrection Lutheran Church. Weigh in 8:30-9:00am on Tuesdays,
meeting 9:15-10:00am. 180 Northland Dr. • Howard City, Howard City VFW
Hall, Thursdays weigh-in 4:30-5:10pm, meeting 5:15-6:00pm. First meeting free.
For information call 231-937-4441.
Grief Recovery Support Group Weekly Meetings Tuesdays 9:30-11:00am,
Pierson Bible Church, ministries building, 101 Grand St., Pierson, Michigan.
Call 636-5542 or 636-5680 for info.
Emphysema Support Group Meetings 2nd Tuesday of month, 5:30pm,
Health Department, White Cloud.
Addictions Program: Feel trapped in addiction? There is an answer! Reformers
Unanimous. A caring addiction program for any addiction, offered at Bills Lake
Baptist Church, 8549 Swan Ave., 7 miles east of Newaygo. Every Friday night
7-9p.m. Info. call 652-9940.
Rebos House 10 N. First Street, Cedar Springs, Michigan. Meeting Days &
Times: Monday-7pm, Big Book Meeting-Open; Tuesday-12Noon-Open, 5:30-
6:30pm Women’s-Open, 7:00pm Men’s-Open; Wednesday-7:00pm 12&12
12 Steps Traditions-Open; Thursday-12Noon-Open, 7:00pm-Open, 7:00pm-
Closed (N/S) nonsmoking, 7:00pm-Alanon; Friday-All Open-12Noon, 7:00pm,
9:00pm; Saturday-All Open-8:30am, 10:00am, 7:00pm; Sunday-All Open-
9:00am, 2:00pm, 7:00pm.; Friday-7:00pm-Young People of Addictions-Open.
Contact Sandy W. 616-636-8253. Last Thursday every month speakers meeting,
7:30pm. Arrive early if you want convenient parking.
Teen 12-Step Meeting (Help and support for staying alcohol and drug free).
Wednesdays 7-8pm, White Cloud United Methodist Church, 1125 Newell
Street, White Cloud. No cost, anonymous.
Overeaters Anonymous - Do you eat when you’re not hungry? Binge
for no apparent reason? No Dues…We are a fellowship. FREMONT: First
Congregational Church, 714 Hillcrest, Thursday, 10:45-11:45. Contact 689-
6553, Marge.
Drug Problem? Narcotics Anonymous Now Meeting on Thursdays, 7pm,
United Methodist Church, 1125 Newell St., White Cloud. (C, NS, BT)
Newaygo Al-Anon Meeting, 7:30pm, Monday. 18 Justice St., next to St.
Marks Episcopal Church, behind City Hall.
Teen 12-Step Meeting Seventh Day Adventist-Baptist Church, 984 Wilcox
Street, White Cloud (next to the Teen Center) Tuesday 7:00-8:00pm.
Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault 24 Hour Crisis Line: If you are living
with physical, emotional, or verbal abuse, Call 1-800-374-WISE. Serving
Mecosta, Osceola and Newaygo Counties.
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: If you think you have a problem drinking,
please call. Let no disabilities keep you away. We are accessible to you - 652-
5574. O = Open Meeting, C = Alcoholics Only.
SPARTA: Sparta United Methodist Church, Monday 7:00pm; Monday,
7:30pm, Frank 678-4534, Wednesdays, 12noon, Harold 678-7508, Wednesdays,
8:00pm, Anggie 887-9952; Sparta Baptist Church, Fridays 7:30pm, Roger 887-
8508 (Spanish Speaking)
KENT CITY: Kent City Baptist Church, Friday 12noon, Rick or Tonya 675-
7663
SAND LAKE: St. Mary’s/Mary Queen of Apostle Catholic Church, basement
of church, rear door, 51 Maple Street, Sand Lake. Mon. 8pm. Women only
- Sand Lake United Methodist Church (Community Room), corner of Maple
Street and Sixth Street, Sand Lake. Tuesdays at 7pm (front door entrance).
CROTON-HARDY: New Croton Township Hall, 5833 Division, Fri. 8pm - C;
Sun. 7pm - O
HOWARD CITY: VFW Hall, 1/2 mile south of Howard City, Larry 616-723-
5081, Wed. 7:30pm - O
GRANT: Community Bldg., 105 S. Front- 678-7508, Wed. 7:00pm - O.; Sun.
7:00pm - O
FREMONT: St Johns Episcopal, 124 Sullivan TUES., WEDS. & FRI.: Noon-O;
NCCS Building, 6308 S. Warner First SAT. of the month 6:30 Potlock 7:30
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. Noon, 7:30pm; Thurs. Noon, 7:30pm; Fri. Noon, 5:30pm (Men
only), 7:30pm (NON-Smoking - Women only – all types of recovery welcome);
Sat. Noon, 7:30pm (3rd 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. 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
emotional or mental problem? Is stress, depression, anger, anxiety, panic attacks,
substance abuse or fear getting in the way of you being able to really “live”?
Newaygo County meeting, Fridays, 5:00pm, United Methodist Church, 240
Williams Street, White Cloud. For more information, call 689-7330, or toll-free,
1-800-968-7330.
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Monday, April 4th - Christian Music Skate Have a Skating Party!
6:00pm – 8:30pm Ultimate Open Skate Party $65.00
Weekday Open Skating INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING FOR UP TO 8 KIDS:
• Skating Admission & Regular Skate Rental • 2 Free Parent Admissions & Skate Rentals
Tuesday, April 5th & Thursday, April 7th • 2 Pitchers of Pop with Refills • All Paper Products
1:00pm – 3:30pm • Cupcake & Ice Cream • Served at Your Table by our Staff

Open Skating Schedule

SUNDAY Family Skate - 2:00 - 4:30 p.m. - Admission $4.00
MONDAY - THURSDAY - Available for Private Parties
CHRISTIAN MUSIC SKATE Monday, April 4, 2011 - 6 - 8:30 p.m.
FRIDAY Skating - 7:30 - 10 p.m. - Admission $4.00
SATURDAY Family Skating - 1 - 3:30 p.m. - Admission $4.00
SATURDAY Night Special - 7 - 11 p.m.
Skate - 7 - 10 p.m. & Dance 10 - 11 p.m.
Admission $6.00. If you skate the dance is FREE.
Regular skate rental is FREE.
• A Reserved Party Table for the Entire Skating Session • Balloon Bouquet
• Birthday T-Shirt for the Birthday Child to be Autographed by Their Guests
• Add Pizza: Just $8.50 for 12” cheese or pepperoni pizza • Each additional child $7.00
• Available at Open Skating Sessions.
Extreme Private Party $125.00
Great For Team Parties Too!!
INCLUDES 2 HOURS OF SKATING IN A PRIVATE SETTING
• Admission & regular skate rental for up to 30 skaters is included. GROUP PARTIES
• Spectators are FREE. Additional skaters $4.00 each (over 30). Church Groups, Boy Scouts & Girl Scouts,
• Includes a DJ to play music requests and games. Team Parties, School Parties & Family
Parties!
• You may bring in your own food and beverages at a private party only.
• T-shirts to be autographed by guests are available for $10.00. • 2-1/2 hours available for $160
p is required
• A $25.00 non-refundable deposit q p
to reserve a private p y
party. • Available 7 days a week.

A Party for Any

Group or Occasion!
19224 M-46 • Howard City
1 mile East of US 131
at Exit 120
231.937.5653
Check us out on the Web at
www.skateestateonline.com
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Select Care Physical Therapy 2005 Jeep Liberty 4x4 2008 Chevy HHR LS
North End of Town (Next to Carpet Store)
7762 N. Federal Road, Howard City, MI 49329
• Aquatic Therapy (Only one in Town)
Not affiliated with any other therapy
• Anodyne for Neuropathy provider in the area. Operated by husband Diesel, 64K. Auto., Loaded.

13,995 6,995
• Vestibular Rehab/Balance Training/
Fall Prevention
and wife physical therapist team with
combined experience of 30 years.
$ $
• Sports Medicine/Kinesio Taping
Our therapists work only at this location,
• Work Injuries/Auto Injuries and are highly trained and certified. 2007 Ford Freestar SEL 2004 Ford F150 FX4
• Pain Mannagement
• Orthopaedic Manual Therapy Our Hand-On approach is the strength
behind our successful treatment programs.
• Arthritis/Fibromyalgia/Osteoporosis
Therapy Program Therapy provided by licensed
• Post-op Edema Management physical therapists only.
V6, Leather, Loaded. 4x4, Leather, Loaded.
Working Hours: Mon. to Fri. 9 am to 5 pm
*Early morning and late evening appt. are available, please inquire within.
All insurances are welcome, flexible payment plans for co-payments, deductible, private pay, etc.
$
10,995 $
14,995
2003 Rendezvous 2008 Ford Fusion
231-937-8485
Fax: 231-937-9836
www.selectcarept.com

V6, Leather, 3rd Seat, 64,000 Mi. Auto., AC. Great Gas Mileage!
$
9,995 $
8,995
2008 Kia Spectra 2008 Dodge Charger

4 Cyl., 5 Spd. Great Fuel Mileage! V6, Auto., 55,000 Miles. Sharp!!
$
6,995 $
14,995
2005 Dodge Ram 1500 SLT 2004 Ford Focus

V8 Hemi, Leather, Moonroof, Loaded. 5 Speed, 67,000 Miles.

$
11,995 $
3,995
How HUD’s Making Mud With
1997 Camaro Convertible 2003 Ford Taurus Wagon

Reverse Mortgages
By Jeanne Jerow, Howard City attorney • Reach her at Bigrapidslawyer.com

Warning, Warning, Warning!! $

V6, Auto., 58K.

7,995 $
V6, Auto., Loaded.

If you’ve ever thought about tak-
ing out a reverse mortgage to ac-
cess some home equity money,
this is your red, flashing, warning
sign… make it a last resort. Even
the AARP is angry about HUD’s
latest mucking of the reverse
mortgage waters. It’s filed suit
against HUD.
Why Take Out A Reverse Mort-
gage? Say you and your spouse
are short of cash. You need cash
because investments have tanked.
There are still bills to pay. But
your house has lots of equity in
it. It’s almost paid off and worth a
tidy sum. You’re thinking about a
second mortgage, when a smooth
talker knocks on your door with
an offer too good to refuse. His
How Does a Reverse Mortgage
Work? The lender bases how
much you can get on how much
equity you have in your home,
how long you want payments,
your age, prevailing interest rates,
the type of interest rate you want,
how often you want money to ar-
rive in your mail box. Even pay-
ments for the rest of your life or
lives is possible. But a reverse
mortgage is a loan. Every dollar
received reduces the remaining
equity in your home, and accumu-
lates interest. Eventually, when
you decide to buy a smaller home,
or move to a nursing home, or
move in with the kids, or move to
Florida, or die, you or your ben-
eficiaries have to pay back the
7,995
How HUD Made Mud. HUD
sets the rules. And a 2008 HUD
ruling has gone awry. Say that
2009 Camry Hybrid 2005 Saturn Relay
Grandma is 60, and Grandpa is
64. Grandpa qualifies and takes
out the reverse mortgage in just
his name. It’s backed by home
equity of $100,000. The house
drops in value to $74,000. Then Auto., AC, Loaded. Leather, DVD, Loaded.
Grandpa dies at age 80, owing
payments and interest of $79,000.
Under the 2008 ruling, Grandpa
$
13,995 $
8,995
and Grandma’s home becomes 1999 Ford F150 X-Cab 2006 Ford Escape 4x4
subject to immediate foreclosure,
and Grandma has to move if she
can’t pay back the entire loan bal-
ance and interest. If her name had
been on the loan, she could stay.
But it wasn’t. If she doesn’t pay,
she’s living with you tomorrow. XLT, Auto., Loaded, 89,000 Miles. Auto., Moonroof, AWD, 42,000 Mi.

bank will give you money because
you’re 62 or older. The bank will
give you money, instead of you
giving the bank money. Sounds
good to you. Your reverse mort-
gage will be tied to the amount of
equity in your home. It could be a
good deal in three respects: You
don’t have to pay the bank month-
ly payments like you would with
a mortgage or home equity line
of credit. Instead the bank pays
you money from your own equity.
There’s no credit check done. And
when you do go to pay it back,
you pay the amount borrowed, or
the value of your home, whichever
is less. In today’s housing market
that could be a blessing.
money with interest. But again,
borrowers (or their heirs) pay back
no more than the home’s value (at
the time of payback) or the loan
balance, whichever is less.
Borrower Beware. Origination
fees can be exorbitant, and mort-
gage insurance can run more than
with a traditional mortgage. If you
still have a first mortgage on your
home you will have to use the re-
verse mortgage payments to pay
down your traditional mortgage.
If your reverse mortgage interest
rate is higher than your first mort-
gage interest rate, that makes no
sense. These are stiff drawbacks,
and hidden fees and costs to be-
ware of.
6,995 15,995
What To Do? It’s too late for $ $
Grandma. But not too late for
you. Make sure to take out your
reverse mortgage jointly - no mat-
ter how great the lender’s reasons
are against it. And talk to a couple
of reverse mortgage counselors
about the other, possible, rotten
outcomes first.
Attorney Jeanne L. Jerow is lo-
cated in Howard City.
She practices in Wills and Trust Since 1988
Plans, Family Matters, Divorce M-57 to N. M-91/Main St., North 2.5 miles.
and Custody Matters, and Auto
Injuries.
Corner of Peck Rd. & M-91 • GREENVILLE, MI
COMPLETE INVENTORY AT: www.RandyMerrenAuto.com
616-754-6800
*Payments based on tax, title, plate, DOC, down payment
14 RIVER VALLEY NEWS SHOPPER • MONDAY, MARCH 21, 2011

Singing Talent Showcase Comes

Vera Wilsie Elementary To The Howard City Harvest Festival
140 Main Street, Newaygo, MI 49337 HOWARD CITY, Mich. — Singers of all ages are invited to participate in America’s

231-652-6371
favorite singing talent showcase, Hometown Idol, 2:00 p.m. Saturday, September 17,
2011 at Howard City Ensley Park , E. Shaw Street, Howard City, MI.

Singers will compete in three age divisions: Juniors (age 12 and under), Teens (ages
KINDERGARTEN ROUND-UP 13-19) and Adults (age 20+). Music must be age-appropriate and family friendly,
however, any style of music is welcome.
Registration Form Contestants can bring a karaoke-style music track on CD or one instrument for ac-

May 4, 5, 6, 2011 companiment.

Singers will be judged on vocal performance, stage presence, execution (four-minute

We are looking for children who will be five on or before December
1, 2011. If you have a child who will be starting school in the fall,
please fill out the form below and return it to our school.
Child‛s Name: _____________________________________________
First Middle
Birth Date: ______________________ Boy _______ Girl ________
City and State of Birth: _____________________________________
Mother‛s Name: _____________ Father‛s Name: _________________
Address where you reside: ____________________________________
time limit), song choice, technique and appearance. An impartial panel will judge the
event. The top three singers in each age division will receive a cash prize, sponsor
prize pack and trophy. The judges’ decision will be final.
Registration fee is $20 per contestant. Participants can register online at www.
yourhometownidol.com or on the day of the event at 1:00 p.m.
Last For complete rules and further information, contact Event Producer Robin Wojta at
robin@yourhometownidol.com.
For a calendar of future Hometown Idol competitions, please visit www.yourhome-
townidol.com.
Also appearing at The Howard City Harvest Festival, Saturday, September 17, 2011
at noon, up and coming country/pop recording artist, Rachael Gray! Rachael will
sing your favorite country and pop hits from today and yesterday!
For more information about Rachael Gray, please visit www.rachaelgraymusic.com

____________________________________
City State Zip
House Phone: __________________ Cell Phone: _________________

Preschool Attended _________________________________________

You must provide the following items; you may send them ahead of time, or
bring to Round-up with you:
Proudly Presents

1. Birth Certificate
2. Proof of Residency GOSPEL MUSIC NIGHT
(Utility bill, rental agreement, notarized statement if you share a home)
3. Shot Records Friday, March 25, 2011
We will have a dinner for incoming kindergarten students and their parents
on Thursday, April 28, 2011 at the Vera Wilsie Elementary School. We will Join special guests, UpHill Climb
send a post card out as a reminder! along with Terry Winright &
Friends and the Zellie’s Opry
House Band for a night of the
Gospel good stuff!

“Sing praises unto the Lord...”

Doors open 6:00 p.m.

Toe tappin’ & hand clappin’ commences at 7:00 p.m.
Admission $5

www.zelliesopryhouse.com
Spring Around Keith & Terri Grannis, Proprietors

the Corner!
P. O. Box 332, 230 E. Edgerton, Howard City, MI
49329, 616-260-3032
zelliesopryhouse@gmail.com

Free Enrollment*
March 21 to 26 only DONATIONS TO DATE TO
MONTCALM PANHANDLE
COMMUNITY FUND
$100,000
$90,000 Donations
Take advantage of this special offer by scheduling an enrollment
may be sent to:
appointment. New, primary enrollments only. Limited time offer. $80,000 Montcalm
• Ahhh, The Spa at Tamarac • Personal training
(open to the public) • “New You” medical weight $70,000 Panhandle
• Cardiovascular equipment loss program Community
• Child watch area • Outdoor programming $60,000 Fund
• Education/conference rooms • Retail pro shop
• • P.O. Box 596
•
Fitness testing rooms
•
Social/community area with WiFi
$50,000
Full amenity locker facilities Spinning room Howard City,
• Group fitness studio • Teaching kitchen
• Hot tub/sauna/steam room • Total Control pelvic health class $40,000 MI 49329
• Warm water therapy pool • Two Worlds Café Call
• Indoor walking/jogging track $30,000 231-937-6758
Call a Citizen Development Representative at 231.924.1863 to schedule
$20,000 with any
your enrollment appointment.
questions
Offer good March 21 to March 26.
$10,000
1401 West Main St., Fremont
Tamaracwellness.org
*See web site for further details. $0
 MONDAY, MARCH 21, 2011 • RIVER VALLEY NEWS SHOPPER 15

NEW 2011 KIA SOUL NEW 2011 KIA SPORTAGE LX

Picked “One of Kelly Blue “US EPA Smartway
Book’s Coolest Cars.” Certification”
FWD. FWD.

$
129 Mo.
All
New!
$
179 Mo.
• 10 years/100,000 mile limited powertrain warranty
Security Total of Lease End Amt. Due Term/Mi Over Mi. • 5 years/60,000 mile limited basic warranty
VEHICLE Deposit Payments Value at Start Per Year Charge
• 5 years/100,000 mile limited anti-perforation warranty
SOUL 0 $4,786 9,655 2,185 36/12,000 .20
• 5 years/60,000 mile 24-hour roadside assistance
SPORTAGE 0 $6,641 $12,873 $3,139 36/12,000 .20
Warranty is a limited powertrain warranty -
for details see retailer or visit kia.com
Payments are plus tax and fees. Kia rebates to dealer. Must qualify for Kia Owner Loyalty or competitive bonus. Expires March 31, 2011.

Live Market Pricing provides the most competitive prices on all our pre-owned vehicles, all the time.
Technology meets common sense.
Pre-Owned Live Market Pricing is achieved by polling over 20,000 pre-owned websites every hour to ensure
that every single customer receives real-time Value Pricing on every Pre-Owned Vehicle we sell.

2002 SEDONA EX 2007 ION 2 2007 MALIBU LS 2008 PT CRUISER 2008 OPTIMA LX 2007 IMPALA LT
Rear Heat/Air, Low Mi. K10075A. 50,000 Miles. P1060. V6, Sharp. P1022. Only 36,000 Miles. P1054. Factory Warranty. P1036. 4 Brand New Tires. P1010.
$
6,490/ 149 mo.
$ $
8,890/ 169 mo.
$ $
9,590/ 149 mo.$ $
9,990/ 163 mo.
$ $
10,290/ 163 mo.
$ $
10,490/ 169 mo.$

2009 SONATA GLS 2008 FUSION SEL 2005 EXPLORER XLT 4x4 2008 FOCUS 2007 CIVIC SI 2008 FORD TAURUS SEL
Moonroof. P0168. V6, Loaded. F10218A. With Third Seat. R1044A. 5 Speed, 25,000 Miles. F10467A. Leather, Moonroof. F10234A. Hard to find AWD. P1038
$
10,990/ 178 mo.
$ $
10,990/ 179 mo.$ $
10,990/ 228 mo.
$ $
11,590/ 188 mo.
$ $
11,890/ 191 mo.
$ $
11,990/ 195 mo.
$

2007 RENDEZVOUS FWD 2008 IMPALA LT 2008 TAURUS X SEL FWD 2009 MAZDA 3 2009 DODGE NITRO SLT 2009 CR-V
Serviced & Ready To Go. F10265A. Don’t Miss This Buy! P1062. Quad Captains. P1055 Sips Gas. K10252A. 29,000 Miles. P1026. Leather, Moonroof. F00759A.
$
12,490/ 199 mo. $ $
12,890/ 205 mo. $ $
13,590/ 208 mo.$ $
13,990/ 218 mo. $ $
16,990/ 275 mo.$ $
22,490/ 363 mo.
$
16 RIVER VALLEY NEWS SHOPPER • MONDAY, MARCH 21, 2011
090 Business 110 For Rent
Services
2-BEDROOM SPACIOUS UPSTAIRS
apartment available now, walk to FSU.
Lease, plus security deposit. No Pets,
No Smoking, $350/month per bed-
room, includes utilities, internet. 117
Sanborn, Big Rapids (231)823-2193
leave message.

, 0 00 Steve Winnie Auto Sales Inc M $1,00

$1 mum inim 0
3-bedroom spacious apartment avail-

989-427-3300
able May 1st, walk to FSU. Lease
i u
Min rade www.stevewinnieautosales.net Trade m
plus security deposit. No Pets, No
PTL Health Care Smoking, $350/month per bedroom,
T Agency
In-Home Care Giving
includes utilities. 314 S. State, Big
Rapids (231)823-2193 leave mes-
1986 GMC 2005 DODGE 1999 DODGE 2004 CHEVY 2003 CHRYSLER TOWN 38 Years Experience sage.
BOX TRUCK NEON SXT DAKOTA EXT CAB IMPALA LS & COUNTRY LIMITED We provide loving,
24 Foot, Low Miles, New Tires 80k Miles, Auto, Air, CD, Gas Milage Auto, Air, V8, 4x4, SLT Pkg, Sharp Auto, 3800 V6, CD, Spoiler, Low Payment Auto, Air, Leather, Rear Air, 3.8 V6 dignified and Available August 2011 2 bedroom spa-
$2,995 $5,995 $5,995 $6,995 $6,995 compassionate services cious apartments walking distance to
for your loved one.
or $118.07/mo. or $124.25/mo. or $163.00/mo. or $143.37/mo. or $143.76/mo. Owners:
FSU. $350/month per bedroom, lease
plus security deposit. No Pets, No
2002 PONTIAC 2004 FORD RANGER 2008 CHEVY 2002 CHEVY S-10 2006 DODGE Rick & Judy Besemer
Smoking (231)823-2193 leave mes-
231-823-8623
BONNEVILLE SSEI FLAIRSIDE COBALT LS ZR2 EXT. CAB MAGNUM SXT sage.
Auto, 3800 V6, Leather, Moon, Loaded Auto, V6, XLT Pkg, Ext Cab 49k Miles, Auto, CD, Warranty, Clean Auto, V6, 4x4, LS Pkg, CD, Sharp 62k Miles, Auto, 3.5 V6, CD, Sharp
$7,995 $7,995 $8,995 $9,995 $9,995
or $162.49/mo. or $132.96/mo. or $149.96/mo. or $205.50/mo. or $205.50/mo.
110 For Rent 3BR, 2BATH, DOUBLEWIDE on
3.3 acres. Fenced backyard, base-
2005 CHEVY 2006 SATURN 2007 CHEVY 2008 FORD 2004 DODGE RAM ment. Rent $500/month, utilities
HOWARD CITY: RURAL one bedroom approx $500/month. Sale price
TRAILBLAZER LT VUE AWD UPLANDER FUSION SES QUAD CAB
76k Miles, Auto, 4x4, CD, Sharp Auto, V6, CD, Sport Wheels, Sharp 48k Miles, Quad Seats, Rear Air 57k Miles, CD, Spoiler, Sport Wheels Hemi, Auto, 4x4, Leather, 1 Owner upstairs apartment. No pets, garbage & $45,000 (no land-contract). 231-
utilities included. $495/month. (231)218-
$10,995 $10,995 $11,995 $12,995 $12,995 4221.
796-2816
or $187.23/mo. or $187.23/mo. or $204.50/mo. or $222.03/mo. or $222.03/mo.

2008 VOLKSWAGEN 2005 CHEVY 2007 BUICK 2004 FORD EXPEDITION 2005 CHEVY
JETTA EXT CAB SLE LACROSSE CXL
66k Miles, Auto, Wolfsburg Pkg, Leather, Moon Auto, Air, 4x4, V8, New Tires, Affordable 29k Miles, Heated Leather, 3800 V6, Clean
EDDIE BAUER
5.4 V8, Leather, AWD, Moon, 3rd Seat
CREW CAB
Auto, 5.3 V8, 4x4, Fully Loaded WINTER COMBO
$11,995 $13,995 $14,995 $14,995 $15,995 Tri-County Shopper • River Valley Shopper
or $222.03/mo. or $250.81/mo. or $249.50/mo. or $249.50/mo. or $268.13/mo. Pioneer East Shopper • Monday Pioneer

, 0 00 2004 GMC 2008 JEEP 2008 FORD 2006 LINCOLN

MARK LT Reach Over 60,000 Homes!
$1 imum
YUKON SLT COMMANDER EDGE AWD
5.4 V8, 4x4, Heated Leather, Crew Cab
Auto, Air, V8, Heated Leather, Moon 51k Miles, Auto, 4x4, Rocky Mtn, Pkg, 3rd Seat 45k Miles, Auto, CD, Black, Sharp
15 Words ~ $35.00
Minrade
$16,995 $18,995 $19,995 $19,995
$340.83/mo. Additional words 35¢ each per week.
or $288.24/mo. or $325.25/mo. or $340.83/mo.
T or

View Our Inventory Online At: *Payments based Call or Go Online

on 10% down,
www.stevewinnieautosales.net + tax, title & (231)937-4740
Located on M-46 just east of M-66 • Edmore plates to qualified www.pioneergroup.com
Call Steve (989) 427-3300 buyers. $1,000
trade based on 1
Hours: Mon - Fri 8-6, Sat 9-Noon
Mechanic on duty for all your repair needs. On site towing available. vehicle per trade.

Get ready, get excited…

BECAUSE IT’S HERE! T o
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Pick up extra copies of our Auction Guide at any Pioneer office location
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2011
YOU’LL BE GLAD YOU Sign Ups
Here are some of the participating merchants:
BID!
Vandrie Remus Lumber If your child
is between 5 & 18
Sand Lake LAST
Cran Hill Ranch Gregory’s
you can sign Elementary CHANCE!
PT Plus Fox Pools This is the Last
Mancino’s Coral Power Shop
them up for
baseball or
6 pm - 8 pm Chance to sign
Outback Lodge White Creek Lumber softball. Mar. 23rd up!!

Big B Coffee Fairman’s Apparel

The cost is $40 for T-ball, $45 for Minor’s and Major’s,
Service Master The Shack and $60 for Jr. and Sr. League
Patterson’s Flowers Holton’s
There will be a 15% discount for families
Universal Rent To Own Tru-Fit
with 3 or more players.
Grunst Brothers Kelly’s Catering
Old Pioneer Store Remus Repair Please have your child’s birth certificate
and medical card on hand.
Paris Archery Babb Ford
Quality Car & Truck Creative Loop Go to www.tcball.org for more information
Alternative Heating & Fuel Pete’s Cleaners or call 616-636-5347.
 MONDAY, MARCH 21, 2011 • RIVER VALLEY NEWS SHOPPER 17
110 For Rent 160 Real Estate
LOCAL TANNING SALON/CONSIGN-
E-mail your MENT shop in Lakeview for sale.
classified ad to $12,500. For more information call Rick
rvshopper at 231-629-1770.
@pioneergroup.com

HOWARD CITY: 4 bedroom house,

washer/dryer, natural gas 92% effi-
cient...$775/mo. 231-937-5888

MORLEY MOTEL
DAILY Rooms from $40, Weekly
rooms from $140. Includes utilities.
No Deposit. (231)856-7820.

NICE LARGE 4-BEDROOM house, 2-1/2

bath, located in Morley w/pond view.
$750./month, plus utilities. No pets. Call
after 7p.m. 231-856-7821. Family Health Care is pleased to welcome Dr. Mark Kuiper,
REED CITY: 2-BEDROOM, apartments, a Board Certified Pediatrician and Internist, to White Cloud.
quiet/clean, utilities included, no pets.
$650/month. 1-year lease. On-site man- Dr. Kuiper completed his residency training in 2003 at
ager. (231)465-4049
Spectrum Butterworth and DeVos Children’s Hospital in
RENT-TO-OWN! 4-BEDROOM, 1- Grand Rapids. He earned his medical degree, with honors,
BATH home. Deeded lake access on
Maston Lake. $5000 down! at Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit.
$700/month. (517)712-2392.
Keeping children well, through regular health visits, is an
SAND LAKE: 2 bedroom, washer/dryer,
new kitchen, new windows, $585/mo. Mark Kuiper,
M important aspect of Dr. Kuiper’s pediatrics practice. He has
231-937-5888 a Bo
Boa
Board
a Certified Pediatrician, a special interest in working with children who have asthma
SHADY LAWN MOTEL: Sand Lake, MI. has joined
has jo Family Health Care. and allergies, and in childhood obesity.
Special rates. Furnished cabin with kitch-
enette $113.25/week. Furnished small cab- To make an appointment with Dr. Kuiper, simply call
ins, $96.60/week. (Above prices include
utilities) Call for availability (616)696- 231-689-5943 and ask for patient scheduling.
0386, or (616)638-5658. If no answer, call
(616)636-8967.

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2011
HOME,
REMODEL &
OUTDOOR
LIVING SHOW
March 25 & 26 • Eagles Club, Big Rapids
Friday 2pm-8pm Saturday 9am-6pm

ADMISSION
Friday: Free 2pm – 4pm • 4pm-8pm $2 and a can good
for local food pantries
Saturday: Adults get in for $4 (coupons available in
several publications for BOGO)
Kids: 10 & under free both days
Door Prizes drawn every 30 minutes both days of show
– including Grill donated by Holton’s
Silent Auction for 8 x 10 Shed built by MOCC Building
Trades Students

Friday, March 25, 2011

8am: Continuing Competency for License Builders
8pm: Exhibitor Dinner

Saturday, March 26, 2011

Big Rapids Public Safety: Child ID and DNA Kits
and Fire Safety
9am
Girl Scout Troop #2694: Face Painting
Build A Bird House with Mecosta County Rod & Gun
Club – until kits are gone.
Sherwin Williams: Spin Art for Kids
10am – 1pm
Lowe’s Kids Clinic: until kits are gone
Dynamite the Clown

For more information log on to www.hbamc.com

A Special Supplement to the Pioneer

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United Hospital

Great deals! Colon Cancer:

Hundreds of items Be Informed, Take Action
The
Pioneer Group Complimentary Community Health Talk
AUCTION
M A N I A
Colorectal cancer is cancer of the colon or rectum. Equally common in men and women, it is a cancer
that can be easily and successfully treated when detected early.
Please join us for Colon Cancer: Be Informed, Take Action presented by Theodor Asgeirsson, MD, of
www.pgauctionmania.com

2011 Spectrum Health United Hospital. This is a free informational event.

When: Tuesday, March 29th
6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Look for our Where: Spectrum Health United Hospital
official Conference Center
615 S. Bower Street, Greenville, MI 48838
Auction Guide
Questions to be answered include:
published in • What is colorectal cancer?
Pioneer • What are the risk factors?
• How often should I be screened?
publications the • Can colon cancer be prevented?
week of • What treatment plans and options are available?
March 14. Dr. Asgeirsson joined the medical staff of Spectrum Health United Hospital in June 2010.
He specializes in a wide variety of digestive disorders including colon and rectal cancer
and screening, proctology, diverticulitis, and inflammatory bowel disease. He has extensive
Bidding starts experience in minimally invasive colon and rectal surgery. Dr. Asgeirsson is board certified
in general surgery.
March 19.
Community Health Talks are free to attend, but registration is required.
THE
To register please call: 616.225.6822 or register online at
PIONEER
GROUP
A COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK
spectrum-health.org/colon-cancer-seminar-1.

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Repair
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nce
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IN HOME REPAIR RV
COUPON Repair it or Refrigeration
Mon. - Fri. 10 - 3; Sat. 9 - 1; or by appointment • 572 S. State SE • Sparta • 616-887-1999 Repair
We Deliver! Across from Family Fare, Next to Burger King (In the Back) Replace it “Call Andy”
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$
20

$$ $ $ $ This week’s winner is

JEFF TRADER

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Enter to Win Over $850

To Be Given Away Locally
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.
Small Engine Specialists
Hardware • Supplies Larry’s
NORTHTOWN
Dolmar Chainsaws
Oregon Bars, Chains, Sprockets
for most brands in stock!
LP Filling & Welding Gases • Air Gas • Linde • GTW
All Brands Small Engine Repair
Chainsaw Sharpening
p g • Blades & Belts
Furniture & Appliance
Northtown, Greenville
Authorized Parts & Service
Mon.-Thurs. & Sat. 9-6; Fri. 9-9 Howard City

Coral Power Shop 616-754-6101 231-937-4334

Delivery Available • Layaway Available
Small Engine Specialists www.leppinksfoodcenters.com
15990 Grant St. • Coral • 231-354-6431

BONUS BUCKS!!!
Save Now!! YOU WIN!!!
COUPON

Balloons
Scrapbooking Flowers
$
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Craft Supplies Parts with Any Used Appliance
Inspirational Books
Greeting Cards Repair of $175 or more
MARDI GRAS, ST. PAT’S, See “Andy” for details.
4320 14 Mile Rd. COUPON

EASTER ITEMS AVAILABLE

Hours: Sun. 12-5, Mon.-Sat 9-7
4330 14 Mile Road NE • Rockford
616-866-8912
Rockford, MI 49341
Ph: (616) 866-7100
ANDY’S DISCOUNT APPLIANCE CENTER
NEW & USED APPLIANCES • Appliance Repair
M - F 9 - 7 • Sat. 10 - 4 572 S. State SE • Sparta • 616-887-1999
Email: panaceasbuyersclub@yahoo.com
Across from Family Fare, Next to Burger King (In the Back)

BIG BEN’S Gould’s

TIRES & AUTO REPAIRS
New & Used Tires
Truck & Auto Repairs
Most Major Tire Brands Available
Mini Mart
The Mini Mart that packs
17980 Northland Dr. • Sand Lake
(Corner of Pine & Northland)
616-636-8350
everything YOU need!
Gas • Beer • Wine • Liquor • Cigarettes
WHITE’S
Your Little Bit of Everything Store
231-937-TIRE (8473)
14150 Cypress • Sand Lake 222 N. Ensley St. • Howard City
Fowards to our Sand Lake location
Mon. - Thurs. 9-6 616-636-5539 231-937-5206
Fri. 9 - 5 • Sat. 9-1 1-800-868-4932
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Big Rapids’ Premier

Assisted Living
Community
Escape to Ahhh…
… where beauty and convenience merge.
A Leisure Living Managed Community Evergreen Terrace is a community designed to
www.leisure-living.com provide choice and convenience for those requiring Lose yourself in a place that melts away stress and
various levels of assistance with daily activities.
refreshes your mind, body and spirit. At Ahhh you’ll
experience a world of rest and relaxation, soothing
Call Wendi today to make your reservation!
801 Fuller Ave., Big Rapids, MI 49307 • Phone: 231-527-1050 treatments by expert therapists and the holistic
evergreen@leisure-living.com attention you deserve.
Services
• Massage, facials, body wraps
© 2009 Country Inns & Suites By Carlson, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

• Cosmetic laser, skin peels, microdermabrasion

• Permanent makeup application
• Botox, dermal filler
• High quality cosmetics
Community Welcome.

March Experiences
Permanent Makeup Applications
Save $100 on permanent brow application.
Save $50 on permanent eyeliner application.
Our licensed cosmetologist - with specialized micro
pigmentation training - will guide you through a free
Consultation. Micropigmentation (which provides subtle
application or a bolder approach) allows you to always look
great even when you don’t have time to apply makeup. It is
particularly helpful for those with allergies, busy lifestyles,
athletes and people with visual or mobility limitations.

You’ll love this Country.

As our guest, you don’t just stay at
our hotels, you live in them for a
Before After
little while. We treat you like
family. So visit countryinns.com
and see why we’ll have you saying,
“I love this Country.”
15344 Waldron Way • Big Rapids, MI 49307
800-456-4000 • 231-527-9000 • countryinns.com/bigrapidsmi 1401 W. Main St., Fremont | 231.924.7800 | tamaracwellness.org

$$ $ $ $ $ WEEKLY
WINNERS
C A L LO OT
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THE

PIONEER
GROUP
A COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK

Enter to Win Over $850

To Be Given Away Locally
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.

The Corner Closet LTD.

“1st Class in Secondhand”
Consignment/Resale Since 1981
“Driveline Specialists” Now Accepting:
Spring/Summer Clothing
Automatics • Manual Shifts • CV Boots & Axles Offering Adult & Children’s Clothing
Driveshaft Repair • Universal Joints • Transfer Cases Small Household Miscellaneous Items.
Differentials • Flywheels • Clutches
~ MONTHLY SALES ~
8639 Mason Dr. (M-37) • Newaygo 616-696-5457 For consigning info please stop in or call.
Mon.-Fri. 9-6 • Sat. 9-5

231-652-1546 12345 Northland Drive

p g MI
Cedar Springs,
Newaygo • Off M-37 behind Cartelli’s Pizza
across from State Police Post
Come on in and warm up by the fire! 231-652-6247
www.newaygowoodstove.com www.SuperiorTransCedar.com
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AUCTION RECYCLE
Local Full Service Mobile Recycling Centers
Thurs, Mar. 24 • 11 AM Paper • Glass • Metal • Plastic 1 - 7
All containers must be clean.
SNELLER ORCHARDS 9248 W. 56th • Fremont All types of household batteries will be accepted
Directions to Auction: Located NE of Muskegon and West of Newaygo, in Fremont, MI. From Muskegon take US 31 North to (For example: Alkaline, nickel, cadmium, cell
M-120 (Exit 118), Go North west on M-120 appx. 15 miles to W. 56th St., go east 4/10’s of a mile to the farm. From Newaygo,
take M-82 West appx. 15 miles to M-120, South on M-120 1 mile to 56th, then east 4/10ths of mile to the farm. phone, and button batteries)
Featuring: Over 15 Tractors and Forklifts including: Case IH 5140 MFD, Case IH 5230 MFD, NO lead acid automotive batteries.
Case 586 B 4WD 6000# Lift, Trucks, Tractors, Sprayers, Tillage Equipment, Field Fork Lifts, For questions please contact MSU Extension office at
Cherry Equipment, Orchard Equipment, Apple Equipment, Field Equipment, & much more!
Plus many shop tools featuring: 1 ton electric hoist, air tanks, Titan gas pressure washer 989-831-7500
2200psi, hand lift pumps, shop vacs, gas torch set, grease guns, numerous wrench sets & Attendants will also be on site.
screw driver sets, extension cords, ratcheting tie down straps and much, much more!
Howard City: 2nd Tuesday of Lakeview: 4th Wednesday of
Visit 1800lastbid.com for complete equipment list! the month 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. the month - 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
For equipment questions call Ron & 4th Saturday of the month High School Parking Lot,
at Snellers: 231.250.0591 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. - Fire Station/ 9800 N. Youngman Road.
Village Offices, 125 East Shaw
Visit 1800lastbid.com for full color photos, auction brochure,
and detailed information regarding the auction or call
1.800.LASTBID (527.8243) for a catalog.

Recycling brochure can be found at the MSU Extension website:

www.msue.msu.org/montcalm under the Recycling-Resource Recovery area.
Sponsored by Montcalm County Solid Waste Management Committee

The 6th Annual

www.231yescars.com
Seeds of Knowledge Series …
Featured Vehicle of the Week:
Giving You a Good Swift 2004 GMC
Kick in the Plants Sierra SLT
Ext. Cab * 4x4

An informational, motivational and often humorous $12,995

look at growing and maintaining your plants.
About the Speaker:
Rick Vuyst is an “entre-manure” who weekly “soils
the airwaves” with “the long arm of the lawn”,
broadcasting across West Michigan on NewsRadio 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan 2003 Chevy Trailblazer
WOOD 1300 and on WZZM TV 13, the ABC affiliate
for West Michigan. Rick also is CEO of Flowerland
$12,795 $7,995
Garden Centers located in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
He authors a web-site entitled
“Thank You Very Mulch” which provides gardening
tips and a bit of humor.
www.thankyouverymulch.com
2008 Suzuki SX4 2001 Chevy Monte Carlo SS
Two Master Gardener Educational Hours
When: Tuesday, March 29th DOOR PRIZES!
$9,995 $5,795
Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm REFRESHMENTS! Check Out These Vehicles Online!
2008 Chevy Trailblazer LT 2004 Mini Cooper S
Where: Greenville Community Center - 900 E. Kent Rd. 2008 Dodge Nitro SXT 2004 Dodge Ram Quad Cab
(Off M-57, approx. 1 mile east of M-91 or 7 miles west of M-66) 2008 Chrysler Town & Country 2003 BMW 325I
2007 Mercury Mariner 2002 Ford Taurus SE
Cost: $10.00 at the door 2005 Chevy Equinox 1992 Buick Roadmaster
$8.00 if pre-registered

To Pre-Register*: Call (989) 831-7500 or (616) 225-7500

*Pre-register by noon on Monday, March 28th

Everyone Welcome 19449 M46 Highway • Howard City • 1 Mile East of US131 off Exit 120
1-866-643-5021
www.231yescars.com

ANDY’S TREE SERVICE

• Fully Insured
• FREE Estimates
• Senior Discounts
• We Go All Over Michigan!
• Specializing in Working

1-800-982-4540 Around Power Lines and

Houses
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Don’t Forget…
Deadlines
for River Valley News Shopper Spirit of Women
News & Editorial - Tuesdays at Noon

Area Happenings, Here’s My Card,

National Awards 2011
Business/Church Directories -
Do you know an ordinary woman in the community who does
Wednesdays at Noon something extraordinary for women and their families?

Classified & Display Advertising - Spectrum Health Gerber Memorial is pleased to

Thursdays at Noon announce the third Spirit of Women Awards for
Newaygo County!
The awards recognize women who have made their
community a better place to live.

Birthday Party Special!

Nominate women in the following categories:
• Young Person Role Model (age 14 to 21)
• Community Hero (at least 21 years of age)
• Health Care Hero (clinical professional)

Birthday Pkg. #1 Birthday Pkg. #2 Nomination forms are online at

Large 1 item pizza
FREE popcorn, 2 hours
of bowling, free shoes,
& pitcher of soda for
Bring 2 Large 1 item pizzas gerberhospital.org, at Tamarac,
The Center for Health and Well-Being,
FREE popcorn, 2 hours
Your Own of bowling, free shoes, and the SHGM main hospital lobby.
Cake & 2 pitchers of soda for Return forms by April 1, 2011.

$
3995 $
4995 Call 231.924.1264 for more information.

FREE Hats & Balloons

Used bowling pins. available.
Have friends sign it! Call for pricing.
Call For Reservations!
Also book your banquets, bachelor/
bachelorette parties, and reunions.

LIVE Music Fri. & Sat.

DOUBLE SIX
LANES BAR & GRILL
L
989-762-5342 • M-66 Stanton, MI.
.
www.double66.tk or find us on Facebook

09 Dodge Journey SXT AWD SUV

3.5 Eng, Loaded, 6 Disc MP3/CD Player ............................ $14,995 or $295 Mo.
08 Chevy Impala LT 4 Door
3500 Eng, Leather, Loaded, 80k Miles ................................ $8,995 or $190 Mo.
08 Ford Taurus X SEL AWD Crossover
3.5 Eng, Loaded, Arizona Car ........................................... $13,995 or $275 Mo.
08 Pontiac G6 GT 4 Door
2.4 Eng, Leather, Loaded, Power Seat .............................. $10,295 or $200 Mo.
08 Chrysler Town & Country SE Mini Van
3.3 V6 Eng, Loaded, Stow N Go .......................................... $9,995 or $200 Mo.
07 Buick Lucerne CX 4 Door
3800 Eng, Leather, Dual Power Seats, 1 Owner, AZ Auto ..... $9,995 or $199 Mo.
07 Chevy Malibu LS 4 Door
2.2 Eng, Loaded, Arizona Auto, 66k Miles ........................... $8,495 or $160 Mo.
07 Ford Focus ZX4 SE 4 Door
4 Cyl, Economy, Auto, Pwr Windows/Locks, Arizona Auto.... $7,995 or $155 Mo.
07 Dodge Dakota Crew Cab ST 4x4 Pickup
3.7 Eng, Power Seat, Arizona Truck .................................. $11,995 or $230 Mo.
07 Chevy Silverado 2500 HD Reg Cab Pickup

Congratulations
6.0 Eng, Air, Cruise, Work Truck .......................................... $8,995 or $175 Mo.
06 Chevy Silverado Crew Cab LT 4x4
5.3 Eng, Loaded, Rust Free, Arizona Pickup...................... $15,995 or $320 Mo.
06 Chevy Aveo Hatchback LT 5 Door
Great Gas Mileage, Auto, Loaded, Arizona Auto ................... $6,495 or $155 Mo. to

Hazel M.
06 Chevy Malibu Maxx LT 4 Door
3500 Eng, Loaded, Arizona Auto, 61k Miles ........................ $9,995 or $195 Mo.
06 Ford E150 Cargo Van
4.6 Eng, Air, Auto ................................................................ $6,995 or $160 Mo.
05 Pontiac Bonneville SE 4 Door
3800 Eng, Loaded, Rust Free, Arizona Auto......................... $7,995 or $210 Mo.
05 Chrysler Town & Country Touring Mini Van

Antcliff
3.3 Eng, Loaded, Power Sliders & Rear Hatch, Stow & Go ... $8,995 or $220 Mo.
05 Chevy Aveo LS 5 Door Hatchback
Great Gas Mileage, Auto, Air, Arizona Auto .......................... $5,495 or $140 Mo.
05 Buick Park Ave 4 Door
3800 Eng, Leather, Loaded, Arizona Auto ........................... $8,995 or $220 Mo.
04 Buick Lesabre Custom 4 Door
3800 Eng, Loaded, Rust Free, Arizona Auto......................... $6,995 or $220 Mo.
04 Chevy Tahoe LT 4x4
5.3 Eng, Loaded, 3rd Seat, Heated Leather Seats............. $10,995 or $340 Mo. of Pierson
04 Buick LeSabre Custom 4 Door
3800 Eng, Loaded, Leather, Sharp, Arizona Auto, Rust Free $7,995 or $230 Mo. Her name was chosen from the
04 Mercury Mountaineer Premier AWD SUV
4.0 Eng, Loaded, Leather, Arizona Truck ............................. $6,995
04 GMC Yukon XL SLE 4x4
or $230 Mo. many entries that had the correct
5.3 Eng, Loaded, Dual Air.................................................... $9,995
03 Chevy Impala 4 Door
or $320 Mo.
answer of 11 hidden
3400 Eng, Loaded, Arizona Auto, No Rust ........................... $5,995 or $212 Mo.
03 Buick Park Ave 4 Door Michigan Local Biz logos.
3800 Eng, Loaded, Rust Free, Arizona Auto......................... $5,995 or $212 Mo.
00 Chevy Express Passenger Window Van
350 Eng, Dual Air, Loaded, 7 Passenger .............................. $3,995 or $200 Mo.

KNIGHT AUTO SALES

“In Business Since 1945 in
Thanks for the great response, and
watch for our Kringle Kash contest
the Same Location” KNIGHTS
VISIT US ON OUR WEB SITE @
in November.
Peoples Rd.

WWW.KNIGHTAUTOSALES.COM
989-831-8358
New St.

1516 N. Peoples Rd., Stanton

M-66

Klees Rd.
Hours:
Monday-Friday 8-6:00 Stanton
Closed Saturday
Sunday 8:30-3:00 Main Street
24 RIVER VALLEY NEWS SHOPPER • MONDAY, MARCH 21, 2011
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115 N. Michigan Ave. • Big Rapids Grant MI 49327
Call today for details Consign your long guns now for this Auction Event!
(231)592-9877 • (877)638-7678 TO CONSIGN CONTACT NOAH SMITH AT 616-633-4254 OR NOAHSMITH@HUGHES.NET

Net-Port, serving West Michigan since 1996 VISIT WWW.ARTSMITHAUCTIONS.COM

for steps to consignment and FFL seller & buyer terms.

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DATE: SATURDAY, MARCH 26 @ 10:00 a.m.

Successful Auctions don’t just happen...
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NEW LOCATION: 5983 S. Warner (Sale Center) Celebrating 30 years of Successful Auctions!
FREMONT, MICHIGAN 49412 Winner of 45 Auction Marketing Awards!!
DIRECTIONS: Main Street in Fremont to blinker light (by high school)
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Go South (Stewart Street in city limits) at the blinker light to sale center.

A VERY NICE VARIETY OF FURNITURE, GLASSWARE,

COLLECTIBLES/HOUSEHOLD, OUTDOOR ITEMS AND MORE!!
FURNITURE: Log Bed (Queen), Round Oak Table with Claw Feet and 4 Oak Hand Carved Chairs with Cane
Seats, Antique Oak High Chair and Baby Cradle, Oak Rocking Chair with Foot Stool, Oak Rocker with Tapestry,
3 TV’s ( 52” HD Hitachi, 32” Sanyo, 13” Durabrand, Onkyo 5 Speaker Surround System, Lane Sofa, Lazyboy
Massage Chair, Oak End Tables, Floor Lamps, Small Upright Kimball Piano, Oak Piano Stool with Glass Claw
Feet, Mahogany/Oak New Haven Clock (plays melody) 31 day Wind up, Late 1800’s Home comfort Cook Stove
with Warming Oven and Water Reservoir, Pro-Com Electric Free Standing Fireplace w/ Remote, Maple Bunk
Beds and Dresser, Oak side board w/ Backsplash, GE Side–by-side Refrigerator with ice Maker, Sanyo Wall
Mount TV, IMS Dutch Steel Fireplace, Phillips TV, Book Shelves, Chairs, Youth Desk Wicker Chairs, TV Trays,
Small Buffet, Full Bed Head Board and Frame, Hall Table, End Tables, Desk, Lane Recliner, Glider Rocker (Nice),
Antique Dressers, and MORE!
Is A Classified Advertising
COLLECTIBLES/HOUSEHOLD: Daisy Butter Churn, Copper Boiler With
Lid, Pioneer Turn Table and Amplifiers, VocoPro K GIG-Master Karaoke
Network That Reaches
Machine w/ 2 Speakers, Lots of Lace Linens, Many Stained Glass Items Over 1.7 Million Households
Throughout The State
Completed plus Supplies and Tools to make your own. Baby Grand Gumball
Machine, Silver Electric Coffee Urn w/
Serving Tray and Cream and Sugar,

$
249
Marble Base Cheese Dish, Lamps,
Fans, Artist Easels, Wall Clock, Large
Crock, Silver Salt and Peppers, Many
Place a 25
78 Records, Lamps, MUCH General
Household, and MORE!
Word Ad
For Only
GARAGE/OUTDOOR: Murray Mountain
Bike, Toro Snow Blower, Lawn ($10.00 Each Additional Word)
Edger, Small Roto Tiller, Tarps, LP
Gas heater, Electric Water Heater,
Shop Vac, Coleman Lanterns Scotts Michigan Megamarket Is A Network
Fertilizer Spreader, Igloo Electric
Sauna, 24’ Trampoline, Arctic Cat Of Free Distribution Newspapers
250 Quad 2 WD, Steel Shelving, Hose
Reel, Ceramic Kiln, Ski Doo Rotax and Shopping Guides That Offers
300 Snowmobile, Yard machine
Lawn Tractor, Pet Cage, Yamaha 50
Unique Market Saturation
Dirt Bike, Fireplace Insert, Play Bench
and Toys, Yard Tools, and MORE!
Like No One Else
AUCTIONEERS NOTE: Come and join us at our new location! Restrooms, full lunch service.
Several Different sellers all with different types of items to sell. Something for all. 6% sales tax does apply. FOR MORE
To view pictures go to www.auctionconnectioninc.com INFORMATION CALL:
AUCTIONEERS: 231-937-4740
Bob Rottier 231-638-6152
Steve Rottier 989-615-3506 Fax 231-937-4048
Cash, Check w/ positive ID
MasterCard and Visa accepted
Email:
Registered Auctioneer # 2801000032 RVShopper@pioneergroup.com
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AUCTION SALE
25
160 Real Estate

THE
RIVER VALLEY of Robin Pullman
Sunday, March 27, 2011 @ 1:00 p.m.
NEWS SHOPPER

491 W. Shaw (M-82) 1050 West Main Street, Mecosta, MI

Howard City Directions: At the VFW hall west of town on M-20. Look for auction signs.
(231)937-4740
Open Monday-Thurs- 1997 30TH ANNIVERSARY CAMARO V) (HANTER) 2 PIECE CHINA CABINET
day SS Q/LS1 MOTOR. THIS HAS BLACK & DECKER MINTER SAW ELECTRIC HOIST
9am-5pm OVER 100,000 MILES. IT IS IN WHEEL BARREL RED WINGS KEG
Friday 9am-1pm EXCELLENT CONDITION. VHS TAPES LARGE HARLEY PIG
36 SPEED 2 SEATER ELECTRIC BIKE GLIDER EXERCISE MACHINE 20” BIKE
W/CANOPY TOP. LIKE NEW. HAS 4 12 GA OVER & UNDER ANTIQUE WAGON WHEELS
For all of your WHEELS. BIKE TIRES. 12 GA MOSBURG 500 SKUG & BIRD COCA COLA THINGS
advertising needs! 2 TON ENGINE HOIST RWS AIR RIFLE 4X32 SCOPE DART BOARDS
36” METAL BRAKE 12 GA 3” SIDE BY SIDE (NEW) DELTA CHOP SAW
TAB BENDER UP TO 2” 16 GA BOLT ACTION DELTA BAND SAW
FLOOR JACK 22 SEMI AUTO MARLIN 14” CHAIN SAW
JACK STANDS SHOT GUN SHELLS TOO MANY ITEMS TOO NUMEROUS
12 TON (AIR) PORTAPOWER POWER TOOLS TO LIST.
4 TON (HAND) PORTAPOWER 10.5 AIR CONN.
9 PAINT GUNS 56 VILLAGE (LOTS OF AUCTIONEER NOTE: THERE ARE
AC TOOLS ACCESSORIES) MANY MANY COLLECTIBLE BEER
NEW AC PARTS WITH BOOK HAND TOOLS SIGNS. ALSO, THERE IS A BAR
SAND BLASTER NASCAR FOR SALE. EVERYTHING IS READY
PRESSURE BLASTER EXT. PAINT GRAY & WHITE TO GO TO WORK, IT WAS CALLED
VIC GRIPS CLAMPS 7 FT VALLEY POOL TABLE THE BLINKER LIGHT. EVERYTHING
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Milwaukee’s Best,
Grizzly CAVIT Milwaukee’s Best Light/Ice

$ 99 $1499
7
All Flavors

$ 49
2 + Tax
750 ml + Tax
30 pk. 12 oz. cans + Tax & Dep.

Coors, Coors Light,

Red River FISH EYE Genuine Draft, Miller Lite

$ 99
4 $ 99
8
All Flavors

$
13 9916 oz.
+ Tax
750 ml + Tax

LIBERTY
12 pk. 12 oz. cans + Tax & Dep.

Yankee Beer 30, Ice/Lite

CREEK
$ 99 $1349
5
All Flavors

$
13 99
16 oz.
+ Tax

ALMADEN
1.5L + Tax
30 pk. 12 oz. cans + Tax & Dep.

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15
MOUNTAIN
$ 99
11
All Flavors

$ 99
$ 99
4 6 oz.
+ Tax
5.0L + Tax
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26 RIVER VALLEY NEWS SHOPPER • MONDAY, MARCH 21, 2011

Back row L to R Coach Mercer, Coach Gould, Zach Watson, Duke Kloe, Jamison Hawley, Kyle Bergman,
Nick Ketelaar, Tim Thielke, Korey Nelson, Nate Akey, Coach Brandon, Trevor Gould, Coach Kisner
Front row, Frazier Firovich, Devin Longoria, Josh Proctor, Justin Aiken, Devin Thurston, Tyler Merlington

Congratulations and
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District Championship home to the halls of Tri County High School ~
Bringing your Fans a great year of entertaining basketball ~
Your fine representation of our district and community~
Finally …

GETTING WHAT
YOU DESERVE!
 MONDAY, MARCH 21, 2011 • RIVER VALLEY NEWS SHOPPER 27

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160 Real Estate

The Hierarchy of Therapeutics

There many forms of medicinal healing. It is important to understand some of them.
We are most familiar with traditional Prescription and Over-The-Counter medicines. These kinds of
medicines force the body into some kind of chemical or cellular change to achieve a certain outcome. They INDUSTRIAL REAL
are reasonably predictable and may have some side effects. The higher the dose, the stronger the effect until ESTATE AUCTION
a toxicity level is reached. For example, Sudafed is a common decongestant, but it can raise blood pressure Thursday March 24th
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of Herbal medicine is to “build” in the case of deficiencies and “cleanse” in the case of excesses. Thereby, Auction location: M&W Inc. 979
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toxicity rarely occurs. For example, Herbal Hydrangea can dissolve bone spurs and calcium-containing kidney Park, MI
and gall stones. Too much of it is not harmful, but an overdose of Hawthorne Berry can harm the heart. We will be offering for auction 6
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that the body can no longer produce or can only manufacture in limited quantity. They are also used in cases Edgewood Business Park, just off of
where the body cannot manufacture an essential substance that we need. Supplements are usually intended Northland Dr. in Algoma Township,
to “build” in cases of deficiency. They can have side effects and can occasionally be toxic. For example, MI. The parcels will be offered in a
Vitamin D3 may be used replace missing D3 in sunless Michigan during the winter. Too much Niacin can raise multi-parcel fashion and the auc-
blood pressure and cause the skin to flush red. tion will be held at M&W inc. for
Next are tinctures. These are herbal extractions of the medicinal part of plants into convenience.
alcohol. They are usually given as a few drops in water. Tinctures may be stronger or A 10% buyer's premium will be
weaker than herbs because they are concentrated forms of the medicinal part of the applied to the final price of proper-
plant. Tinctures force some chemical or cellular change in the body. When given with ty.
care and proper dosing, side effects and toxicities are rare. For example, Alfalfa Tincture The property may be inspected at
may be used to stimulate appetite in a very ill patient who will not eat. Taking too much any time.
would be like eating the alfalfa plant. However, Arnica tincture is highly poisonous when Additional Terms and Conditions
taken internally, whereas topical use is highly beneficial for sprains, strains, and bruises. are available on our website
This next concept is very important to understand. When tinctures are used another www.VKauctions.com
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Put Your Health in Your Own Hands. Bob Huttinga PA-C. 989-352-6500. Golden Gavel Auctions
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CHURCH DIRECTORY Sylvester St. Margaret Mary

Rent this Community Catholic Church Rent this
space. 989-352-6836 Church 1051 E. Howard City Rd.
Edmore
space.
110 Edgar St. • Lakeview 5 Mile Road
Call for details. 1 Mile North of M-46 on Youngman Rd.
Mecosta, MI 49332 989-427-5645 Call for details.
231-972-0233
Sunday Morning Worship
231-937-4740 9:30 am 231-937-4740
Sunday School • 11 am Sunday Morning
1-888-937-4740 Sunday Evening Bible Study Worship Service Sunday Morning Worship 1-888-937-4740
6 pm 10 AM 9 AM
Wednesday Kids Program & Fellowship Time Tues. & Thurs. Morning
Prayer Meeting • 7 pm 11 AM Worship
Sunday School 8:30 AM
Other Opportunities: Choir,
11:30 AM
Small Group Bible Studies,
& Youth Groups Pastor: Richard Taylor
Rev. Joseph Pettit

You’re Invited To…

Pierson
Bible Church
Ensley Baptist Church
7077 120th St., Sand Lake
Sunday
Sunday School ............. 9:45 am
Morning Worship....... 10:45 am
Evening Worship ......... 6:00 pm
Nursery Both Services
Wednesday - 7:00 pm
BLAST during school year – 6-7:15 pm
Sept. - April – AWANA
K - 6th Grades
Jr. & Sr. High Youth Group
Adult Bible Study
Rev. James Ankerberg, Senior Pastor
Youth Team
Church Phone 616-636-5581
www.ensleybaptist.com
101 Grand • Pierson, MI
Sunday School – 9:45 am
Worship – 11:00 am
Evening – 6:00 pm
Teens – 5:30 pm
Tuesday - Grief Share 9:00 am
Wed. Services – 6:00 pm
Ladies Bible Study – 1:00 pm
Ladies J.O.Y. meets 1st Thursday
of the month at 1:00 pm
Pastor Thomas Sluys
616-636-5542
www.piersonbiblechurch.org
Bethel SAND LAKE Emmanuel
Lutheran UNITED
METHODIST Baptist
Church CHURCH Church
M-46 East of Old 131
45 6th St. • Sand Lake 16028 Isabella St. • Coral
231-937-4921 Rev. Darryl Miller
Morning Worship 10 am
Phone: 616-636-5673
Sunday School 11:15 am
Pastor Steven Frentz Worship Service 9:30 am
Children’s Church 9:30 am Evening Service 6 pm
~ FOR RENT ~ Wednesday Bible Study 7 pm
Worship Service 9:30 am Church Ed. Building with fully
Sunday School 10:45 am equipped kitchen. Make reservations Pastor Bert Boes
now for your parties, family reunions,
Sat. Night Service 5:00 showers, graduations, group meetings. 231-354-6347
Youth Activities - Call Church
Call Crystal Gould at 616-636-5615 231-354-6311
$65.00 Rental, additional $25.00
refundable cleaning fee. Gospel Jamboree
www.bethellutheranchurchonline.org • NO ALCOHOL • 3rd Sat. of the month.

First Baptist CHURCH OF THE A warm welcome awaits you at

Church FULL GOSPEL BIG PRAIRIE
304 Shaw St. • Howard City (Since 1946)
COMMUNITY
HERITAGE Celebrating 135 Years of
Non-Denominational

United Methodist Church Ministry in Howard City Pentecostal Grace

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
180 E. Lake St.
CHURCH
Sunday School .....................9:45 am 1988 S. Elm, White Cloud
Morning Worship...............11:00 am SAND LAKE (2 mi. N. of Hilltop Store - Hardy Dam)
Evening Worship .................6:00 pm 1 block E. of Traffic Light
Wednesday 6:30 - 8:15 pm Sunday School 10 am Sunday Worship 9:30 am
Awana (grades K-6th) Sunday Morning 11 am Sunday School 10:45 am
Teen Activity Center Sunday Night 6 pm
Adults Bible Study & Prayer 6:30 pm Wed. Bible Study 7 pm Pastor Arnold Guikema Jr.
Ph. 231-689-0255
Pastor Brian Humphreys Pastor Verta Giddings
Associate Pastor Paul Austin (616) 636-5628 or 231-689-1850
Church Phone: 231-937-4809 Pastor Gary Giddings
www.howardcitybaptist.com (616) 799-0331

Northland South Ensley

Church of Christ United
A non-denominational
PINE GROVE New Testament Church
Knowing, Growing, Going
9920 Reed Rd., Howard City Methodist
Community Church Sunday Worship....................... 10 AM

A Christian Reformed
Bible School for all ages ..... 11:30 AM
Ministry
Sunday Service 10 am
Boys & Girls Clubs
Wednesday at 6:45 pm
Youth & Sr. High - Call Church
231-937-5250
On M-82, 5 miles west of
Howard City
An Evangelical Free Church Non Denominational Church
(Staffed nursery available) of America Sunday Morning Corner of Cypress & 136th
Matt. 6:33 53 E. 88th Street • Newaygo, MI 49337 Worship Service 10 am
Sunday Evening Service & www.ensleyumc.org
“Christ in you, the hope of glory” Sunday Worship at 10:30 am
- Cor. 1:27 Wednesday Prayer Meeting at 6:30 pm Youth Group 6 pm Rev. Darryl Miller
Wednesday Sr. & Jr. High Youth Mens & Womens Discipleship
groups offered throughout the week. Office: 616-636-5659
Mr. Dan Nicksich, Meetings at 7:00 pm
Thursday Women’s Bible Study and For more info, call or visit our web site at:
Senior Pastor www.grace-hc.org
Sunday Worship 11 am
GAP Men’s Group at 7:00 pm
Email: grace@oneisp.net Sunday School 9:45 am
9891 Mason Dr. • Grant Pastor Jim Groenink
Pastor Joel Cooper
M-37 South of Newaygo 231-652-9461 Pastor Jorge Ballivian
Open Hearts, Open Minds,
231-834-9910 www.rvccnewaygo.com 231-937-6440 or 937-6833 Open Doors

Deerfield
Bible Church Rent this Rent this Join Us
space. space.
In
Worship
Call for details. Call for details.
759 150th Avenue • Morley
231-937-4740 231-937-4740
Pastor Frank Taylor 1-888-937-4740 1-888-937-4740
231-580-9649
Sunday School • 10:00 a.m.
Worship Service • 11:00 a.m.
Evening Service • 6:00 p.m.
Wed. Prayer Meeting • 6:30 p.m.
To know Christ and
to make Christ known.
30 RIVER VALLEY NEWS SHOPPER • MONDAY, MARCH 21, 2011

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Batteries For Information Serving: Cedar Springs • Sand Lake

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• Car Bodies
Propa
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ne • Tin/Steel
Filled
20 lb. • #1 & #2 Copper
Service Pro
$
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18 • Yellow Brass
• Catalytic Converters
AW46 Hydraulic Oil &
Tractor Hydraulic &
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Transmission Fluid

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• Radiators

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• Aluminum
• Clean Auto Cast Iron
$
o r o u r
f t • Cast Iron $27 Each for 5 or more
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p r i c i n
• Batteries
(Prices subject to change without notice)

Certified Scales
Newcosta / County Line

N
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Federal / Old 131

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Howard City
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170 Items River Valley News Shopper

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for Sale 491 Shaw St., Howard City, MI 49329 • 231-937-4740
REBUILT COMPUTERS & LAPTOPS:
Also Computer repair & virus removal.
Reasonable Rates. (231)856-7883 DEADLINE: Thursday by 12:00 Noon
SAFE WOOD HEAT Central Boiler RATES: Up to 15 words - $10.10 for 1 week. Additional words are 35¢ each.
Classic OUTDOOR WOOD FUR- GARAGE SALE RATE: Appear in boxed format up to 15 words - $15.45 for 1 week.
Additional words are 35¢ each.
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__________________________________________________________________________________
WEIGHT MACHINE- 1 2 3 4 5
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Bench, many weights.
11 12 13 14 15
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off of Northland Dr. in Algoma
Township, MI. The parcels will be
offered in a multi-parcel fash-
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1378 Above Ground Pool Opening Renas Pool & Spa $175.00 $18.00
111 Paslode Impulse Finish Nailer Olson Lumber Company $380.00 $76.00
0892-0895 $125 Gift Certificate toward Carpet Cleaning Service Master of Big Rapids $125.00 $13.00
209 1 Miche Mini Bag KD’s Family Hair Care $20.00 $4.00
1373 One fresh flower arrangement per month for one year Always in Bloom Flowers and Gifts $480.00 $50.00
242 Weber Performer Charcoal Grill Canadian Lakes Ace Hardware $330.00 $66.00
1111-1140 $50 Gift Certificate Maxfield’s Inn $50.00 $10.00
1081-1110 $50 Gift Certificate Maxfield’s Restaurant $50.00 $10.00
271-274 $100 Gift Certificate Kerry’s Blinds $100.00 $20.00
278 2011 Simplicity Snowblower Remus Repair $700.00 $140.00
1031-1042 $25 Gift Certificate The Sole $25.00 $5.00
282-291 Quaker State Oil Change Discount Muffler & Brake $32.00 $6.00
877-880 $500 in Downtown Dollars Big Rapids Downtown Business Association $500.00 $25.00
360-369 $25 Gift Certificate Dollarville $25.00 $5.00
243-240 Therapeutic Pedicure & Parafin Manicure The Bare Foot & Nail Spa $75.00 $15.00
418-437 $20 Restaurant Gift Certificate The Gate $20.00 $4.00
471-480 $60 Gift Certificate Routley’s Chiropractic $60.00 $12.00
490-539 9 Holes of Golf Plus Cart x2 People Falcon Head Golf Club $22.00 $5.00
1257 & 1258 $250 Gift Certificate Gilbert’s Carpets Plus Color Tile $250.00 $25.00
557 1 Year Membership Max Fitness $365.00 $84.00
452 & 453 One Week of Summer Day Camp Cran-Hill Ranch $150.00 $30.00
619-630 $25 Gift Certificate Pete’s Cleaners $25.00 $5.00
651 Alpine Assault Compound Bow - 70 Lb. Paris Arcvhery $660.00 $134.00
662 Butterfly Leaf Table With 6 Chairs Bare Furniture $675.00 $134.00
882 Cast Iron Wood Stove Alternative Heating & Fuel $2069.00 $250.00
732 Inground Pool Opening Skips Pool & Spa, LLC $195.00 $39.00
736 George Forman Grill & Rotisserie Smith Lumber $86.00 $17.00
738 Senco Cordless Head Framer Smith Lumber $400.00 $80.00
1161-1165 $30.00 Gift Certificate for an Oil Change Babb Ford $30.00 $6.00
745 Exterior Car or Truck Wax & Wash Crossroads Chevrolet $175.00 $35.00
1272-1311 $25.00 Gift Certificate Snyders BBQ $25.00 $3.00
767-776 $50 Gift Certificate Crossroads Quilt Shop $50.00 $10.00
787-806 Free Premium Oil Change Baldwin Car Care $30.00 $6.00
826 Sectional VanDrie $1,200.00 $240.00
0777-0782 $50.00 Gift Certificate The Diamond Window $50.00 $5.00
1043 Muzzle Loader Frank’s Sporting Goods $299.00 $60.00
847 Breckwell Pellet Stove Corn Energy Products $2100.00 $210.00

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MSRP $35,290 $27,425 $30,114 $17,190 $23,460
No Hidden Fees or Charges; just add tax, title, plate and doc fee. Must take delivery by 03/31/2011. Vehicles may not be exactly as pictured and are subject to prior sale. Some residency or other restrictions may apply, see us for complete details. We have made every effort
to assure accuracy and reserve the right to amend and/or correct any errors. Promotional rates or lease payments 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 ALLY bank financing and qualified credit. Purchase payments are based on a 72 month term. Thank you for shopping Sparta Chevy.

ALWAYS CLEAN, LOW MILE, LATE MODEL VEHICLES

616-887-1791
Corner of M-37 & Sparta Ave.
www.spartachevy.com